Power cut at Ampara Archaeology Office over unpaid bills inconveniences staff

The Ampara Archaeological Regional Office in Sri Lanka is facing a complete paralysis of its administrative functions after the Ceylon Electricity Board disconnected power to four of its buildings. The disconnection, a result of unpaid electricity bills, has created severe difficulties for both the office's employees and the public seeking services.

Without electricity, crucial equipment such as computers and printers are inoperable. This inability to use electronic devices has brought administrative tasks to a standstill. Most critically, the office is unable to send important and urgent correspondence to its main office in Colombo, severely disrupting official communication channels.

The situation is particularly problematic as sensitive and confidential government documents cannot be typed and sent from external institutions due to the lack of power. This has effectively halted all office correspondence, leaving employees struggling to manage their duties and the public facing significant delays and inconveniences.