Energy Shortages Force Sri Lanka to Shift Schools and Offices to Four-Day Schedule

The government of Sri Lanka has introduced a four-day working week for schools, universities, and several public sector institutions as part of emergency measures to conserve fuel. According to reports from Interfax, citing local media, the decision aims to reduce energy consumption amid a growing fuel shortage affecting the country. Essential Services Continue to Operate Authorities clarified that key services will remain operational despite the сокращение рабочей недели. Hospitals, customs services, and ports will continue functioning on Wednesdays, even as other government institutions reduce in-person operations.