Application Deadline Extended for Second Phase of ‘Aswasuma’ Welfare Program

The application deadline for the second phase of the ‘Aswasuma’ welfare benefit program has been extended until March 22, 2024, according to State Minister of Finance, Shehan Semasinghe.

Minister Semasinghe announced that the deadline extension was made to accommodate the influx of applications, with approximately 130,000 new applications already received. Additionally, there is a backlog of physical applications that need to be entered into the data system by the Divisional Secretariats.

Families who were unable to submit applications during the first phase or did not participate in the housing information census can apply during this new phase, as previously outlined by the Welfare Benefits Board (WBB). The second phase aims to extend benefits to approximately 2.4 million families.

For those interested in applying, the Sinhala and Tamil application forms are available for download:

Application Forms

Sinhala Application Form PDF – https://www.wbb.gov.lk/backend/assets/publications/sinhala_application_new.pdf
Tamil Application PDF – https://www.wbb.gov.lk/backend/assets/publications/tamil_application_new.pdf

Applicants can access further information and resources through the Welfare Benefits Board official website at www.wbb.gov.lk, or by viewing the list of ‘Aswasuma’ beneficiaries at https://iwms.wbb.gov.lk/household/list.

For inquiries and assistance, individuals can reach out to the hotline at 1924.

The new registration period commenced on February 15, 2024, and will now conclude on March 22, 2024. Applicants are encouraged to take advantage of this extended timeframe to ensure their participation in the program.

Welfare Benefits Board Official website – www.wbb.gov.lk
Aswesuma Beneficiaries full list – https://iwms.wbb.gov.lk/household/list web link.
Hotline 1924
New Registration – 2024 February 15
New Registration Ends – 2024 March 22