Energy Minister Dispels Coal Demurrage Rumors: Zero Extra Cost to Consumers
Energy Minister Anura Karunathilake has strongly refuted widespread social media claims alleging that the government is paying massive delay charges (demurrage) for ongoing coal shipments, assuring the public that the situation will place zero additional financial burden on electricity consumers. Speaking at a special media briefing, Minister Karunathilake clarified that the state-run Lanka Coal Company […]
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