ICTA exit turning point in digital transformation View(s):By Bandula SirimannaSri Lanka’s digital transformation is undergoing a major structural shift, characterised by the replacement of the long-standing Information and Communication Technology Agency (ICTA) after 23 years in operation, with two new specialised entities. The World Bank and Asian Development Bank have pledged US $125 million collectively over the next four years, supplemented by Rs. The new model splits these roles between the Digital Economy Authority (Policy) and GovTech (Implementation). ICTA will not be fully dissolved until GovTech is entirely operational, which is expected within the next 3 to 6 months. Project LGN 2.0 will be managed by GovTech, which offers high speed (100 Mbps) connectivity to over 850 government institutions through fibre-optic cable.

Source: Sunday Times April 11, 2026 07:02 UTC