The use of fuel during the last long weekend was significantly lower than in previous years, according to the All Ceylon Filling Station Owners’ Association (ACFSOA).
According to ACFSOA president Shelton Fernando, the demand for fuel during the holiday season has dropped by half, putting filling station owners in a difficult position.
Considering the current situation, the association requested the Ceylon Petroleum Corporation (CPC) to provide considerable concessions for consumers.
Considering the increase in fuel prices, people have limited their long-distance travel in their vehicles. Most of them have resorted to public transport. When compared with previous fuel competitions, the majority of them use their vehicles only for their purposes.
“Three wheels, bikes fill their tanks little by little. This is evident in filling stations in the provinces. From that point of view, the fuel sales have decreased considerably,” Fernando said.
