It raised fuel prices in the quarter in line with the state-run fuel retailer due to sharp depreciation of the currency

This is the first time since mid-April 2022 the daily power cuts have not been implemented.

Miranda said long distance buses will be given around 125-150 litres of diesel at a time.

Sri Lanka has been in discussion to go for nuclear power from 2010.

Sri Lanka motorists say the waiting time to pump fuel has reduced significantly.

The reduction in power cut duration on Friday is due to an increase in hydro power generation, the CEB said.

"We also have to limit selected imports in order to balance the payments for fuel."

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Between 6 am and 8.30 am, the Colombo City center will face a power cut of two hours and 30 minutes.

The decision that was valid for three months has been cancelled with immediate effect.