Public Security and Parliamentary Affairs Minister Ananda Wijepala emphasised that the digitisation of Police traffic spot fine payments through the GovPay online system will not only streamline fine collection but also reduce administrative delays, simplify police duties, and enhance convenience for motorists.
He said that GovPay plays a vital role in the Government’s digital transformation initiative, which aims to improve efficiency and transparency in public service delivery.
The Minister announced that the Government plans to expand the GovPay traffic fine payment system nationwide by December 2025, ensuring that all provinces benefit from a fully digitalised fine management process.
Minister Wijepala further noted the importance of training and equipping police officers with modern technical skillsto strengthen law enforcement and build public confidence in the Police service.
He made these remarks while addressing the launch ceremony of the on-site GovPay Police traffic fine payment system in the Northern Province, held yesterday (28) at the Kilinochchi District Secretariat.
The GovPay facility, previously operational only in the Southern and Western Provinces, has now been extended to the Northern Province, marking the third province to implement the online payment system.
Since its introduction in the Southern and Western Provinces, 23,539 spot fines have been paid via GovPay, generating Rs. 31 million in revenue for the Government.
Training sessions for Northern Province traffic police officers were conducted on October 26 and 27 to familiarise them with GovPay’s operational procedures. Mobile phones required for on-site fine payment confirmations were also handed over to the officers at the event.
