Eng. Eranga Weeraratne, Deputy Minister of Digital Economy handing over the First SIM of the Hello AI Youth Package to a student, accompanied by Dr. Mothilal De Silva, Chairman, SLT Group, Prabhath Ambegoda, Chief Operating Officer, SLT (left), Prabhath Dhanayake, Chief Marketing Officer, SLT-MOBITEL (right); and Sudharshana Geeganage, Chief Operating Officer, Mobitel.
SLT-MOBITEL has launched ‘Hello AI,’ the first-of-its-kind, innovative AI-centric mobile package specifically designed to bring artificial intelligence and educational platforms within reach of Sri Lankan youth. This historic achievement has created dedicated access to AI learning tools, opening new possibilities for the next generation to thrive in today’s hyper-personalised world.
Eng. Eranga Weeraratna, Deputy Minister of Digital Economy, stated, “SLT-MOBITEL’s Hello AI package aligns with the Government’s national vision and journey of digital transformation and AI adoption. As Sri Lanka aims to forge ahead in the global digital economy, initiatives such as these play a crucial role in democratizing access to advanced technologies. Empowering youth with affordable access to AI tools and educational platforms, we can build the foundation for a digitally skilled workforce to drive Sri Lanka’s future economic growth.”
The ‘Hello AI’ package is priced at just 799 rupees and offers an unprecedented 40GB of Data – 20GB Anytime and 20GB Nighttime, along with an additional dedicated 10GB for accessing leading AI and educational platforms including ChatGPT, Deepseek, Claude, Copilot, Coursera, Udemy, and Canva. The package also includes 200 minutes of free calls to any network, making it a comprehensive solution for young users.
The package has been created to address the growing demand for AI-powered tools among students and young professionals. The dedicated 10GB allocation for AI and educational platforms ensures users can explore and learn without worrying about regular data usage. The nighttime data allocation further enables extended learning sessions during off-peak hours.
Dr. Mothilal De Silva, the Chairman of SLT-MOBITEL Group, explained, “The launch of Hello AI illustrates SLT-MOBITEL’s evolution beyond traditional telecommunications into an enabler of digital transformation. Providing advanced AI tools and educational platforms accessible to Sri Lankan youth at an affordable price point, SLT-MOBITEL is also creating opportunities for skills development and innovation. The initiative demonstrates our commitment to preparing the next generation for an AI-driven future, ensuring they can compete and succeed in the global digital economy.”
SLT-MOBITEL introduces the Hello AI package to empower Sri Lankan youth aged 16-25 with specialized data access to AI platforms. This initiative aims to enhance skills and competitiveness in an AI-driven world. It supports students, young professionals, and tech enthusiasts in exploring AI tools at an affordable price, promoting digital inclusion and innovation for the country’s future.
