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Sri Lanka experienced a nationwide power outage on Saturday due to instability in its electricity system, with authorities working to restore supplies, Anadolu Agency reported.
The National System Operator has asked owners of rooftop solar photovoltaic systems to disconnect their installations until further notice to support efforts to restore electricity.
Energy Minister Anura Karunathilake said a breakdown at the Upper Kotmale Power Station was suspected to have caused the outage.
Authorities reported power disruptions in several parts of the island as efforts to restore electricity supplies continued.
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