Sri Lanka, Aug. 2 -- The Governor of the Central Bank of Sri Lanka (CBSL), Dr. Nandalal Weerasinghe, has emphasized the importance of extending digital transaction infrastructure to rural communities and actively promoting its usage among the general public.

He made these remarks while addressing a digital transaction promotion event organized by the CBSL, held at the Dambulla Economic Center yesterday (01 August).

Speaking at the event, Dr. Weerasinghe noted that while the infrastructure required for digital transactions-such as online banking, QR code payments, and platforms like GovPay for government services-is already in place, actual usage remains significantly low, especially outside the Western Province.

"Many people, particula...