Fuel distribution to follow odd-even number plate system starting today

The Ceylon Petroleum Corporation (CPC) has declared that starting today, the 19th, fuel will be distributed according to the last digit of vehicle number plates. Vehicles with number plates ending in zero or even digits can buy fuel on even-numbered days. In contrast, those with odd-numbered plates may fill up on odd-numbered days, according to Mayura Neththikumarage. Since today is an odd-numbered day, vehicles with registration numbers that end in 1, 3, 5, 7, and 9 can get fuel. CPC Chairman D.J. Rajakaruna mentioned that anyone who has not yet received their fuel quota through the QR system can still obtain fuel today, regardless of their vehicle's number plate. The Department of Motor Traffic (DMT) has also advised that people must show one of the following documents to confirm their vehicle's identity: a revenue license, a certificate of registration, an insurance certificate, or an emission test certificate. The department added that due to supply issues, new vehicle number plates have not been issued recently, leading some owners to use unofficial plates, which is why this system has been put in place. Additionally, Ada Derana reporters noted that long lines were seen at many fuel stations across Sri Lanka last night, the 18th. Two special hotline numbers have also been established to report filling station owners who break the rules.