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Sri Lanka Declares Wednesdays Public Holiday to Conserve Fuel

3/21/2026

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Sri Lanka declared Wednesdays a public holiday to conserve fuel amid rising prices and Iran-related supply concerns.
President Anura Kumara Dissanayake announced the measure at an emergency meeting.
The policy covers government institutions, schools, and universities, excluding essential services.
Motorists must register for a National Fuel Pass with limits of 15 liters for cars and 5 liters for motorcycles.
The move drew mixed reactions as prices near $100 per barrel.

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Sri Lanka declared Wednesdays a public holiday to conserve fuel amid rising prices and Iran-related supply concerns.
President Anura Kumara Dissanayake announced the measure at an emergency meeting.
The policy covers government institutions, schools, and universities, excluding essential services.
Motorists must register for a National Fuel Pass with limits of 15 liters for cars and 5 liters for motorcycles.
The move drew mixed reactions as prices near $100 per barrel.