(UTV | COLOMBO) – There is a shortage of kerosene stoves in shops in many major cities including Pettah.
With the increase of gas prices in the market, many kerosene stoves were purchased by consumers.
The price of kerosene stoves in the market has also increased from Rs. 1,500 to Rs. 3,000, said Pradip Charles, President of the United Petroleum Self-Employed Traders Association.