The Ministry of Science and Technology today (23) inaugurated its first Technology Service and Support Centre at the University of Vavuniya.
The centre was officially opened by Minister of Science and Technology Professor Krishantha Abeysena, together with Minister of Industry and Entrepreneurship Development Sunil Handunneththi.
The initiative aims to promote entrepreneurship, innovation, research commercialisation and startup development, with a particular focus on strengthening the Northern Province.
As part of the initial phase, the Ministry plans to establish 24 Technology Service and Support Centres across the country, beginning with state universities and later expanding to provide district-level coverage nationwide.
