📈 CBSL Inaugurates Financial Literacy Month – 2026

• Overview: The Central Bank of Sri Lanka (CBSL) inaugurated the nationwide Financial Literacy Month (FinLit Month) on 08 October 2026 under the Financial Literacy Roadmap for Sri Lanka and the National Financial Inclusion Strategy (NFIS). • Key Events: • Launch event: FinLit Expo - Colombo held on 08–09 October 2026 at the Centre for Banking Studies, Rajagiriya. • Regional expansion: Six regional FinLit Expo events and community-level awareness activities launched across the island. • Core Focus Areas: • Strengthening public financial knowledge, promoting responsible financial behavior, and advancing financial inclusion. • Practical guidance on managing personal finances and protecting against financial fraud and scams. • Promoting digital financial services, including digital financial literacy, QR code adoption, and online payment methods. • Public Outreach: Multi-channel media campaign spanning TV, radio, newspapers, and social media to drive national participation under the theme "Towards a Financially Literate Sri Lanka".