Clive Fonseka, CEO/GM, People’s Bank receiving an award, together with the members of the Bank’s Corporate Management and officers.
People’s Bank was honored with five awards at the National Business Excellence Awards 2025, hosted by the National Chamber of Commerce of Sri Lanka. This recognition highlights the bank’s outstanding performance, operational resilience, and its steadfast commitment to national development through sustainable and inclusive banking practices.
During this year’s awards ceremony, People’s Bank received the Winner Awards in the Banking Sector, Excellence in Local Market Reach, and Excellence in Capacity Building categories. Additionally, the bank was awarded First Runner-Up in the Extra- Large Category and a Bronze Award for Overall Excellence.
These accolades serve as a testament to People’s Bank’s ongoing pursuit of excellence in key strategic areas, including financial innovation, digital transformation, human capital development, and outreach to rural markets. They reflect the bank’s ability to align its operations with broader national interests while maintaining strong performance across all business fundamentals.
Prof. Narada Fernando, Chairman, People’s Bank, stated, “We are deeply honored to be recognized at the National Business Excellence Awards 2025. These awards reflect the tireless efforts of our employees, the loyalty of our customers, and our strategic commitment to excellence and innovation. As a state-owned financial institution, we take pride in playing an integral role in driving the socio-economic progress of our country. These recognitions encourage us to continue delivering value beyond banking.”
Clive Fonseka, Chief Executive Officer and General Manager, People’s Bank, said, “This recognition is a powerful endorsement of our holistic approach to banking, where performance, digital advancement, and social impact go hand in hand. Our initiatives to enhance market accessibility, invest in capacity building, and implement cutting-edge banking solutions have positioned us as a leader in the financial services sector. We are dedicated to enhancing service excellence and innovation in Sri Lanka’s banking sector.”
