## 📈 Govt. Moves to Relax National Fuel Management System

The Government is reviewing a proposal to discontinue the odd-even fuel distribution system and increase individual fuel quotas, following a high-level review at the Prime Minister’s Office. • Fuel Supply & Security: Officials confirmed that Sri Lanka maintains sufficient fuel stocks to last until August 2026. Procurement processes are already underway to secure requirements for the remainder of the year to ensure long-term energy security. • Crisis Management: Prime Minister Dr. Harini Amarasuriya noted that strategic management prevented the severe fuel queues and power cuts seen in other nations. However, she cautioned that the energy crisis is not fully over, requiring continued vigilance. • Efficiency & Sustainability Measures: State Sector: Energy Managers will be appointed across all state institutions to monitor consumption. Renewables: The government is pushing for greater adoption of renewable energy and the Green Building Concept under the "Clean Sri Lanka" program. Public Utilities: Instructions were issued to ensure an uninterrupted electricity supply during the upcoming Vesak period. • Sector Focus: The adjustments aim to streamline operations within the transport and logistics sectors, which are vital for national productivity and employment. _Note: Based on official government review proceedings as of May 16, 2026._