The Development Lotteries Board (DLB) has achieved its highest-ever profit in its 40-year history.
This marked a significant milestone as the DLB recorded a profit margin of 32% for the fiscal year 2022-2023, double the previous year’s figure.
Consequently, contributions to both the President’s Fund and the government saw notable increases, with a 13% rise for the former, surpassing the target, and a 6% increase for the latter.
DLB Chairman and CEO Ajith Gunaratne Narangala attributed this success to strategic measures aimed at mitigating the country’s economic challenges, with special guidance from President Ranil Wickremesinghe, who also serves as the Minister of Finance.
Narangala mentioned that measures have been implemented to boost the prize money for both regular and newly introduced special lottery tickets.
Additionally, the board has initiated the introduction of lottery tickets via digital technology, aiming to provide consumers in the country with a novel experience.
Notably, a percentage of the proceeds are earmarked for education and healthcare initiatives within the country.
