People’s Leasing and Finance, Sri Lanka’s premier non-bank financial institution and a subsidiary of People’s Bank, ceremonially welcomed the New Year 2026 under the theme “People’s Trust, Empowering People.”
The event was graced by the Chairman of People’s Leasing, Professor Ajanta Samarakoon, Chief Executive Officer/ General Manager Sanjeewa Bandaranayake, and members of the Senior Management. Blending tradition with technology, the celebration was broadcast live via the internal PEO TV Channel 603, enabling staff across the island to join the festivities simultaneously with the Head Office team.
Chairman Professor Ajanta Samarakoon highlighted the organization’s achievements and future direction, stating: “The milestones we reached in 2025 are a testament to what we can achieve when we work as one unified team. Today, People’s Leasing holds a strong market position, enabling us to offer enhanced benefits to our employees under the strategic guidance of the PLC Board. By maintaining the highest standards of good governance and ethical conduct, we have fostered a workplace where our people feel valued and motivated to grow with us. As we move forward, I encourage everyone to embrace hard work and proactive innovation to ensure PLC remains the best place for our customers to achieve financial growth.”
Sanjeewa Bandaranayake, Chief Executive Officer/ General Manager expressed his appreciation for the dedication of the workforce, noting: “As we step into 2026, I extend my heartfelt gratitude to our staff whose commitment and resilience enabled us to achieve our 2025 goals despite challenging conditions. I urge everyone to carry this same passion into the New Year, ensuring PLC remains the most trusted destination for exceptional customer service.”
Organized by the PLC Welfare and Sports Club, the event fostered a strong sense of camaraderie, both physically and virtually, symbolizing unity across the organization.
The ceremony concluded with a collective pledge by senior management and staff to carry forward the spirit of empowerment in every customer interaction throughout 2026.
For nearly three decades, People’s Leasing has played a vital role in uplifting living standards across Sri Lanka. With a network of 112 locations island-wide, PLC continues to empower small, medium, and large-scale enterprises, reinforcing its commitment to sustainable economic and social development.
