The Department of Industry in the Uva Province is the primary state body responsible for fostering industrial growth and empowering local entrepreneurs within the region. Its core mission is to transform the province’s traditionally agriculture-heavy economy into a more diversified and technologically advanced industrial landscape.
H P A G Anuruddha
Provincial Director
Our Vision
The leading maker of world renowned craftsmen in Uva Province
Our Mission
Contributing for the total economic growth by improving the income status of the community of the Province by increasing the production contribution of the industrial sector via maintaining the financial, technical, professional training and other services in a justifiable and optimum way for the persons involve in industrialization and the persons who expect to become craftsmen in the province.
Our Services
Handloom & Textile Development
We empower rural women by maintaining handloom textile centers as sustainable businesses. By providing the necessary resources and infrastructure, we help transform traditional skills into stable livelihoods.
Craft & Industrial Training
Building a skilled workforce through specialized training in Traditional Crafts Clay, Coir, and Batik.Technical Skills Carpentry, Welding, and Ironwork. Our programs are designed to preserve heritage while equipping individuals with modern technical expertise.
SME Support
We accelerate the growth of Small and Medium Enterprises (SMEs) by providing Financial Grants Startup and expansion funding. Capacity Building Specialized business management training. Innovation Introduction of new technologies to improve production efficiency.
Market Access & Youth Vocational Training
We bridge the gap between production and profit by helping local entrepreneurs find stable markets for their products. Additionally, we offer vocational training in fields like Batik and modern crafts to help youth secure high-quality job opportunities.
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