Objectives of the Ministry
- To pay Non-Contributory Basic Pensions
- To provide Social Aid and assistance
- To provide Income Support Scheme to the needy for the purchase of rice and flour
- To enhance the welfare of the vulnerable groups
- To provide assistance,empower and integrate persons with disabilities,the elderly and other vulnerable groups
- To provide financial assistance for medical treatment locally and overseas
- To provide financial assistance to victims of the floods and cyclones
- To manage the NPF (contributory pension scheme) and the National Savings Fund
- To ensure an effective rehabilitation and integration of offenders in the mainstream society
- To rehabilitate juvenile offenders