Ceylon Electricity Board has acknowledged the failure and stated that steps are being taken to restore the power supply as soon as possible.
Sri Lanka is currently experiencing widespread power outages in multiple regions, with households and businesses severely affected. The disruptions, which began in the early hours of the day, have caused significant inconvenience for residents, workers, and students across the country.
Various districts have reported intermittent blackouts, with some areas left without electricity for hours. These outages have disrupted daily routines, with many businesses forced to shut down, and families left without power for essential services.
Authorities are urging the public to stay updated on the situation, though no official statements have been made on when power will be fully restored or the cause of the disruption.
Residents have taken to social media to express frustration, while waiting for further information from the CEB or the Ministry of Power and Energy.