National Lotteries Board NLB & the Development Lotteries Board DLB will increase their lottery ticket prices from Rs.20 to Rs.40 with effective from July 06, 2023.

The National Lotteries Board and the Development Lotteries Board, two prominent entities in the lottery industry, have announced a significant change that will impact avid lottery enthusiasts across Sri Lanka.

The decision to double the ticket prices comes as a result of careful consideration and assessment by the respective boards. Both entities have emphasized that this adjustment is necessary to meet rising operational costs and to further support their missions in promoting social welfare and development initiatives.

Lotteries have long been recognized as an avenue for generating funds for national development programs, charitable causes, and public welfare projects. With the increased ticket prices, the National and Development Lotteries Boards aim to enhance their contribution to the betterment of society by generating more resources to fund crucial projects.