It is reported that the Public Utilities Commission approved yesterday (20) the increase in electricity tariffs as requested by the Ceylon Electricity Board.
Accordingly, electricity charges will increase by 18 percent for the domestic category.
Meanwhile, it is reported that protests were held in several areas protesting the increase in electricity tariffs.
Meanwhile, it is reported that a protest organized by the Electricity Users Association and Embilipitiya Trade Association was held in Embilipitiya town.