In his maiden Budget speech, Finance minister – Basil Rajapaksa proposed to slash the monthly fuel allowance of ministers and state officials tby 5 litres.
When compared to current fuel prices, the amount slashed from one person becomes even less than Rs. 1,000.
Current fuel prices (per litre)
Octane 92 Petrol – Rs. 157
Octane 95 Petrol – Rs. 184
Auto Diesel – Rs. 111
Super Diesel – Rs. 144
Kerosene – Rs. 77