SriLanka, March 31 -- The Government has decided to extend the concessionary loan scheme offered at a 3% interest rate, aimed at supporting small and medium-scale entrepreneurs affected by economic challenges.

Accordingly, loans granted under this scheme through state and private banks will continue to be facilitated, with further instructions issued by the Central Bank on 2025-07-21.

Under this programme, eligible businesses will be able to obtain working capital and investment loans at a subsidised interest rate, helping them sustain operations and revive economic activity.

The scheme is expected to particularly benefit sectors that were most impacted, while also contributing to overall economic recovery by improving access to afford...