Sri Lanka has announced an ambitious national push to accelerate digital transformation in 2026, backed by 30 billion Sri Lankan rupees ($98 million) in new budget allocations. President and Finance Minister Anura Kumara Dissanayake said the budget marks a decisive shift toward a fully digital government, with a strong focus on improving service delivery, operational efficiency, and transparency.
The largest share of funding will support the Unique Digital Identity (SLUDI) program, alongside major upgrades to the e-Grama Niladhari system and the Digital Economy Advancement Program. Investments are also set to expand electronic procurement, e-payment systems, and revenue administration modernization through enhanced inter-agency data integration.
Sri Lanka will simultaneously upskill public officials with digital competencies needed to operate next-generation systems. This follows earlier investments in blockchain and AI, signaling the country’s long-term commitment to emerging technologies and digital public infrastructure.
Source: https://meatechwatch.com/2025/11/14/sri-lanka-unveils-2026-digitization-plan-as-togo-goes-digital/
