People’s Bank, in collaboration with the Ministry of Justice and the Supreme Court of Sri Lanka, has embarked on a landmark initiative to drive island-wide court digitalization, introducing state-of-the-art digital payment solutions across the judicial system.
The ceremonial launch took place at the Sri Lanka Judges’ Institute Auditorium under the distinguished patronage of His Lordship Chief Justice Preethi Padman Surasena, and was graced by Hon. Harshana Nanayakkara, Minister of Justice and National Integration, Hon. Eranga Weerarathna, Deputy Minister – Ministry of Digital Economy Dr. Hans Wijesuriya, Chief Advisor to the President on Digital Economy; Honourable Parinda Ranasinghe PC, Attorney General; Honourable S. Thuraijara PC, Judge of the Supreme Court/ Member of Judicial Service Commission; Honourable Mahinda Samayawardena, Judge of the Supreme Court/ Member of Judicial Service Commission; Honourable Ayesha Jinasena PC, Secretary to the Ministry of Justice & National Integration, Prof Narada Fernando – Chairman of People’s Bank, Mr. Clive Fonseka – Chief Excutive Officer of People’s Bank, Mrs. Nilmini Premalal Deputy General Manager Payment and Cards Peoples Bank and; Mr. Rajeev Amarasuriya President, Bar Association of Sri Lanka and a distinguished gathering of members of the judiciary; legal professionals, and dignitaries.
As part of this national project, People’s Bank will deploy card acceptance facilities at courts throughout the country. This will enable litigants, attorneys, and the public to make secure, cashless payments conveniently—enhancing efficiency, transparency, and accountability in the judicial process.
In addition to system deployment, People’s Bank is conducting awareness and training programs for Supreme Court staff members and other court officials. These sessions provide practical guidance on the use of digital payment systems, operational processes, and customer service best practices, ensuring the smooth adoption of the new system.
Commenting on the initiative, Prof. Narada Fernando, Chairman of People’s Bank, stated: “This partnership reflects People’s Bank’s commitment to supporting the Government’s vision for a digitally empowered nation. By collaborating with the Ministry of Justice and the Supreme Court, we aim to modernise payment infrastructure in the judicial sector while improving service delivery for all citizens.”
Mr. Clive Fonseka, Chief Executive Officer/General Manager of People’s Bank, added:
“As Sri Lanka’s leading bank in digitalization and innovation, we are proud to be part of this national initiative, which is closely aligned with the Government’s digitalization roadmap. This project underscores our role as a key driver of financial inclusion and technological advancement across the country.”
This project represents another milestone in People’s Bank’s journey of championing financial inclusion and digital innovation across Sri Lanka. With over 751 branches and service centres, and a proven track record in digital banking solutions, People’s Bank continues to play a pivotal role in advancing the country’s digital economy.
Established in 1961, People’s Bank is Sri Lanka’s premier state-owned bank, serving millions of customers through its extensive branch and digital network. Guided by its mission to bring banking services closer to the people, the Bank has consistently been at the forefront of introducing innovative financial solutions to drive national progress.
