Solar Panel Operators Requested to Deactivate Rooftop Solar to Stabilize National Grid

COLOMBO (News 1st) - The National System Operator (Pvt) Ltd has requested all homeowners to turn off their rooftop solar panels today from 8:00 AM to 3:00 PM.

The request has been made as a measure to ensure the reliability and stability of the national electricity grid.

The company stated that electricity demand has significantly dropped as yesterday and today are holidays.

Due to grid instability, temporary power disruptions were experienced in several areas yesterday.