Srilanka, March 19 -- The Government has decided to increase the monthly allowance provided to kidney patients by Rs.2,500 effective from April. This allowance will rise from Rs.7,500 to Rs.10,000.
Additionally, the monthly allowance for senior citizens will also be increased by Rs.2,000, moving from Rs.3,000 to Rs.5,000, according to Cabinet spokesperson, Minister Dr.Nalinda Jayatissa.
Speaking at the weekly Cabinet decision press briefing held yesterday (18) at the Government Information Department, the Minister elaborated that the payments for allowances under this scheme for individuals with disabilities, kidney patients, and senior citizens will be extended until December 31, 2025. While allowances under the transitional social categ...