Increase on import levy on potatoes, big onions from tonight

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The special commodity levy imposed on the import of potatoes and big onions has been increased from tonight, the Finance Ministry said.

The special commodity levy of Rs.30 a kilogramme of potatoes will be increased to Rs.40 while the levy on a kilogramme of big onions which was Rs.1 will be increased to Rs.40.

The decision was taken considering the decline on the import prices of these commodities. (Chaturanga Samarawickrama)

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BV Thursday, 03 May 2018 04:46 PM

A welcome move to safeguard the local farmers.The hardworking need to be duly rewarded.

Sathees Thursday, 03 May 2018 07:08 PM

"decline on the import prices" let the people enjoy the price fall! why increase the taxes!

Sailani Friday, 04 May 2018 03:04 PM

The government is welcoming the every Ramazan with onions and potatoes. via DM Android App

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