CEB fines in August top Rs 23m
Ridma DISSANAYAKE
The Ceylon Electricity Board (CEB) has earned over Rs. 23 million
through fines, imposed on illegal users of electricity in the month of
August.
Of the 208 cases investigated by the CEB Special Investigations Unit
August, 189 were involved in the manipulation of electricity meters. The
other 19 cases were related to tapping electricity from transmission
lines.
The Special Investigation Unit of the CEB which has been revamped and
strengthened by Power and Energy Minister Patali Champika Ranawaka in
his effort to transform the CEB into a viable institution. The ministry
has requested public co-operation to help nab electricity pirates in
their areas. They urged the public that all information about such acts
can be given on 2422259.
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