Maternity Benefits in Sri Lanka: Legal Framework, Sectoral Differences, and Support Systems in 2026
Sri Lanka operates a dual-track maternity protection system that distinguishes between formal private-sector employment categories while providing universal health and nutritional support to all mothers. As of February 2026, the statutory framework has remained stable since the significant reforms introduced in 2018. No new amendments to core maternity leave entitlements have been enacted. The two […]