CBSL digital payments campaign goes to Kurunegala

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The Central Bank of Sri Lanka (CBSL) yesterday launched a campaign in Kurunegala to raise awareness of digital payments among the business community and the general public.

CBSL Governor Dr. Nandalal Weerasinghe and other senior officials attended the two-day program which ends today.

Under the theme “Shaping the Future through Digital Payments,” CBSL launched a nationwide digital payments promotion campaign in 2025 in collaboration with financial institutions and other key stakeholders. The initiative previously covered Hambantota, Nuwara Eliya and Dambulla, creating awareness among large audiences and enabling businesses and members of the public to experience digital payment methods.

As a continuation of the program, a city-wide public engagement initiative will be conducted in Kurunegala over the two-day period. The campaign will involve CBSL, licensed banks, licensed finance companies, licensed operators of mobile phone-based e-money systems and LankaPay Ltd, the operator of the national retail payment system.

Participating financial institutions will facilitate the onboarding of businesses as LankaQR merchants and assist members of the public in registering for digital payment services, including mobile payment applications and online banking facilities. Leading retail establishments in Kurunegala are also expected to participate to encourage wider adoption of digital payment methods.

CBSL has invited the public and the business community to make use of the program to enhance their understanding of digital payments and obtain guidance from participating institutions on the use of secure and convenient payment options.