Transformative digitization initiative launched for some ministries
Sri Lanka’s Ministry of Ports, Aviation, Transport, and Highways has launched a transformative digitization initiative aimed at modernizing operations across all affiliated institutions. This program was officially set in motion during a high-level discussion held at Parliament recently (19 Mar), emphasizing the government’s commitment to enhancing efficiency through technology.
The discussion, chaired by Minister of Ports, Aviation, Transport, and Highways, Bimal Ratnayake, alongside Deputy Minister of Ports and Aviation, Janitha Kodithuwakku, and Deputy Minister of Digital Economy, Eranga Weeraratne.
The Senior Advisor to the President, Dr. Hans Wijesuriya, the Secretary to the Ministry of Ports, Aviation, Transport, and Highways, and a team of advisors from the Ministry of Digital Economy also participated in the meeting.The discussion focused on assessing current digital infrastructures and identifying further technological requirements for institutions such as the National Transport Commission, Sri Lanka Transport Board, Sri Lanka Railways, Airport and Aviation Services, the Civil Aviation Authority, and the Road Development Authority. According to the Ministry of Ports, Aviation, Transport, and Highways, by integrating advanced digital solutions, the government aims to streamline operations, improve service delivery, and propel the sector towards a technology-driven future.
