Overview

Overview

The Industrial Development Board (IDB) is a statutory body under the Ministry of Industries. It is empowered by Industrial Development Act No.36 of 1969.In terms of this Act the IDB is the premier state organization entrusted with the responsibility of development of the Industrial Sector in Sri Lanka.

Chairman of the IDB

Dr. Saranga Alahapperuma
Chairman – Industrial Development Board of Ceylon

Dr. Saranga Alahapperuma, a visionary leader, serves as the Chairman of the Industrial Development Board (IDB) of Sri Lanka and Sri Jayawardenapura Hospital. He was recognized with the Global CEO Leadership Excellence Platinum Award.

 At the IDB, he has driven significant growth and innovation, aiming to transform Sri Lanka into a developed nation through local manufacturing. He leads the national program ‘Getup Start Up for a wealthy nation,’ fostering an export-oriented economy and entrepreneurial culture.

 As Chairman of Sri Jayawardenapura Hospital, Dr. Alahapperuma focuses on delivering patient-centered, cost-effective healthcare solutions and enhancing quality through collaborative practices. His past roles include Chairman of the Coconut Research Board, Director General of the Central Environmental Authority, and Chairman and Vice Chairman of the National Apprentice & Industrial Training Authority (NAITA). A social activist, he has consistently worked to inspire and uplift the community.

 Dr. Alahapperuma holds an MBBS degree from the University of Colombo, an MBA from the University of Northampton, and a Bachelor of Laws from Buckinghamshire New University. He has diplomas in Journalism from the National Institute of Journalism and the National Rupavahini Training Institute. He authored “Beyond 2020 Sri Lanka” and is an alumnus of Mahinda College, Galle. His leadership has significantly impacted both the organizations he served and the broader community.

Organization Structure

• The IDB is headed by a Chairman and Board of Directors consisting of nine members appointed by the Minister.
• The Chairman is assisted by a Director General under whom are nine Directors heading the functional divisions. The functional divisions are responsible for the services provided to industry.
• The implementation of the programme at the Regional level comes under the purview of the Regional Development Division through it’s Network of District Offices covering the entire island.

• The Front Office Desk (Information Cell) provides the basic counseling to clients who visit the Head Office and register them online to facilitate them to link with IDB to avail further services from the relevant functional divisions or the island wide Provincial Network.