### CEB Proposes 13.56% Electricity Tariff Hike for 2Q 2026 📈

The Ceylon Electricity Board (CEB) has submitted a formal proposal to the PUCSL requesting a 13.56% increase in electricity tariffs for the second quarter (April 01 to June 30, 2026). This follows a rejected 1Q revision due to procedural delays. • Financial Impact The CEB estimates a total deficit of Rs. 15,847 million for the period. Total projected costs stand at Rs. 136.5 billion against a revenue of Rs. 116.9 billion at current rates. • Generation Mix (Total: 4,578 GWh) Hydro: 1,218 GWh (26.6%) Thermal: 1,957 GWh (42.7%) Renewables: 1,402 GWh (30.6%) • Sales Forecast Total sales are estimated at 4,230.3 GWh. Direct CEB sales account for 3,774.7 GWh, while sales to LECO are projected at 455.6 GWh. • Proposed Domestic Unit Rates 0–30 units: Rs. 4.50 to Rs. 5.11 31–60 units: Rs. 8.00 to Rs. 9.08 61–90 units: Rs. 18.50 to Rs. 21.01 Over 181 units: Rs. 61.00 to Rs. 69.27 The revision aims to ensure financial stability and supply reliability, particularly as the sector undergoes restructuring and manages costs from previous weather-related infrastructure damages. The PUCSL will now review the proposal and seek public feedback before a final decision.