Gazette issued to restructure CEB from March 9, establish successor companies

Mar 6, 2026|Local

A Gazette Extraordinary has been issued by Energy Minister Kumara Jayakody transferring the functions and duties of the Ceylon Electricity Board (CEB) with effect from March 09.

According to the Gazette, provisions have been made for the establishment of six successor companies for electricity generation, transmission, distribution and system operations.

Accordingly, the Sri Lanka Electricity Act, No. 36 of 2024, will come into effect on March 9, 2026, with the exception of specific sections, effectively restructuring the CEB.

Gazette issued to restructure CEB from March 9, establish successor companies

Gazette issued to restructure CEB from March 9, establish successor companies

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