The Central Bank of Sri Lanka (CBSL) has organized a digital payment promotional programme in Trincomalee as part of its nationwide initiative to encourage the adoption of digital payment solutions.
The programme will be held on June 5 and 6 from 9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. at the car park near the Trincomalee Central Bus Stand, with the participation of CBSL Governor Dr. Nandalal Weerasinghe, senior Central Bank officials, banks, non-bank financial institutions, and other stakeholders.
According to the CBSL, the event aims to raise awareness among government officials, the business community, and the general public about the benefits and convenience of digital payment methods.
The programme is being conducted under the theme “Shaping the Future Through Digital Payments” as part of a nationwide campaign launched in collaboration with financial institutions and other partners.
Similar awareness programmes have previously been held in Hambantota, Nuwara Eliya, Dambulla, and Kurunegala, helping businesses and members of the public gain firsthand experience with digital payment technologies.
During the event, attendees will have access to personalized assistance from banks, finance companies, e-money service providers, and LankaPay (Pvt.) Ltd, which operates the LANKAQR platform and other interbank digital payment systems in Sri Lanka. Participants will be able to register for and learn how to effectively use a range of digital payment services.
Visitors will also have the opportunity to purchase goods and services from merchant stalls within the event premises using digital payment methods, with special discounts available.
In addition, financial institutions will conduct a merchant engagement programme in the Trincomalee town area to encourage businesses to adopt the LANKAQR payment acceptance facility, further expanding the digital payments ecosystem in the region.
