Transforming Terrestrial Television Broadcasting into Digital
Join the Digital Revolution
Discover the pivotal role of the DTTB Project in revolutionizing Sri Lanka’s television broadcasting landscape. Embrace the future of digital clarity and efficiency.
The DTTB Project: A New Era for Broadcasting
The Digital Terrestrial Television Broadcasting (DTTB) Project marks a significant milestone in Sri Lanka’s journey towards digital transformation. Spearheaded by the Ministry of Health & Mass Media with support from the Japan International Cooperation Agency (JICA), this initiative aims to replace the outdated analog broadcasting system with cutting-edge digital technology. This transition not only enhances the quality of television viewing by eliminating signal weaknesses but also optimizes the use of the frequency spectrum, paving the way for advanced telecommunications and digital economic activities. By embracing this digital shift, Sri Lanka is poised to join the global trend of digitalization, ensuring a more efficient and versatile broadcasting environment.
Key Milestones in the DTTB Project
Explore the journey of Sri Lanka’s transition to digital broadcasting through the DTTB Project.
2012-2013
Project Planning Phase
Comprehensive Feasibility Study by a team of experts from Japan in planning and strategy development commence, focusing on the nationwide adaptation of digital over common broadcasting platform under Japanese technology.
2014
Funding Source
Sri Lanka secures a SOFT Loan facility from JICA to initiate the digital broadcasting project, setting the foundation for future developments.
2017-2018
Special Assistance
JICA makes further study on special assistance in implementation of the project
2020-2022
Technology Advancement
JICA and GOSL agreed to update the technology adaptation to HD Technology in implementing of the project and begins the selection of consultants
2025
Engineering Consultancy Agreement
The official signing of the Engineering Consultancy Service Agreement on 3rd April 2025, marking a crucial step towards project implementation and starts the project implementation on 09th June 2025.
2026-2030
Implementation Phase
The DTTB Project will be fully implemented by 2029, transitioning Sri Lanka to a digital broadcasting era, and deactivating the analog system by 2030.
Transition to Digital Broadcasting
Efficient Spectrum Use
Optimize the use of the frequency spectrum, paving the way for advancements in telecommunications and digital services.
Enhanced Signal Clarity
Experience crystal-clear audio and video quality, eliminating the common issues of analog broadcasting.
Expanded Broadcasting Power
Enjoy a wider selection of channels, as digital broadcasting allows multiple programs on a single frequency.
Endorsements from Key Stakeholders
Our dedicated team is at the forefront of Sri Lanka’s digital broadcasting transformation.
Hon. Anura Kumara Dissanayake
His Excellency, the President,
Minister of Digital Economy
Hon.(Dr.) Nalinda Jayatissa
Minister of Health & Mass Media
Hon. Eng. Eranga Weeraratne
Deputy Minister of Digital Economy
Dr. Hansaka Wijemuni
Deputy Minister of Health & Mass Media
Dr. Anil Jasinghe
Secretary to the Ministry of Health and Mass Media
Waruna Sri Dhanapala
Acting Secretary for the Ministry of Digital Economy
Meet Our Project Team
Eng. Prasanga Rajapakshe
Project Director
