Says around 20,000 electricians have already taken steps to obtain license
Says electricity mafia is behind moves to close down PUCSL
The Sri Lanka Association of Electricians (SLAE) points out that due to the closure of the Public Utilities Commission of Sri Lanka (PUCSL), the National Electrician Licensing Scheme implemented under the leadership and coordination of the Commission will also be deactivated.
The Electrician Licensing Scheme has been prepared with the approval of the Government to provide recognition and a career ladder to electricians in this country. At present nearly 20,000 electricians have taken steps to obtain these licenses. Another 25,000 electricians are expected to apply in the future.
Former Chairman of PUCSL, Attorney at Law, Saliya Mathew writes
Being a utility regulator has
perils because the independence of the regulator necessarily removes power from
politicians, operators, and others. Furthermore, regulators are sometimes
scapegoats for unpopular policies and unavoidably become involved in shaping
the policies that they are supposed to implement. As a result of such
frictions, regulators are sometimes removed from office or marginalized in some
way. However, having a regulator is paramount important to a country and its
people. Sri Lanka has and had many regulatory authorities and these regulatory
institutions are known for its independence and for its dedication to improving