Sri Lanka’s Western Province continued to dominate the national economy in 2024, contributing 42.4% of the country’s nominal GDP, according to Central Bank data.

The province’s lead is driven by strong performance in both the Services and Industry sectors.

The North Western Province (11.5%) and Central Province (10.7%) were the second and third largest contributors.

Several other provinces, including Central, Eastern, Sabaragamuwa, and Uva, also recorded increases compared with 2023, reflecting a broader distribution of economic activity.

Sector-wise, the North Western Province led in agriculture (20%), followed by Central (13.9%) and Southern (11.8%). 

Industry remained concentrated in the Western Province (47.6%), with North Western (12%) and Central (9.6%) provinces also contributing.

In services, Western Province accounted for 44.5% of the national total, while Central and North Western provinces contributed 10.7% and 10.1% respectively.

The data highlights the Western Province’s continued economic dominance, alongside the growing role of other provinces in Sri Lanka’s economy.