Bus Operators frustrated due to fuel shortage

Sri Lanka’s public transport was crippled due to a stifling fuel crisis. Officials said the country’s foreign exchange situation worsened with no dollars to import fuel.

The Private Bus Owners’ Association said they were able to operate only about a quarter of their fleet of 20,000 vehicles, while they are now unable to continue bus services because the stations are running out of diesel.

Drivers reported queuing for seven hours to top up fuel while many commuters were seen using their motorcycles and small cars Wednesday after bus operators warned of drastically scaled back schedules.