WNS donates Rs. 5.8 m to ‘ITUKAMA’ COVID-19 Healthcare and Social Security Fund

WNS Sri Lanka Managing Director Dinesh Wickremanayake handing over a cheque of Rs. 5.8 million to Prime Minister Mahinda Rajapaksa at the Prime Minister’s Office

WNS, a leading BPM company, donated over Rs. 5.8 million ($ 30,000) to the ‘ITUKAMA’ COVID-19 Healthcare and Social Security Fund in support of Sri Lanka’s ongoing response to the COVID-19 pandemic. 

WNS senior leadership handed over a cheque to Prime Minister Mahinda Rajapaksa at the Prime Minister’s Office on 2 June.

“The pandemic has wreaked havoc but collaborative measures have demonstrated what we can and must do to arrest its spread. The occasion calls for united action and collective efforts from across the board. WNS is attempting to contribute to the best of its abilities in monetary contributions, volunteering efforts and mobilising support,” said WNS Group CEO Keshav Murugesh. 

“This unprecedented situation calls for collective action on all fronts. WNS has and will continue to offer support in whatever way possible to strengthen the response against this pandemic,” he added. 

“The efforts by the Government of Sri Lanka to proactively combat the spread of the pandemic are commendable and WNS is humbled to be able to contribute to this mission. WNS is committed to supporting the Government and is willing to work closely with healthcare authorities and security forces for providing any support required,” said WNS Sri Lanka Managing Director Dinesh Wickremanayake. 

Apart from contributing to the National Fund, WNS employees have also launched a program to donate dry ration supplies to 200 families in need.  

WNS is a leading BPM company that combines deep industry knowledge with technology, analytics and process expertise to co-create innovative, digitally led transformational solutions with over 375 clients across various industries. 

With over 15 years of service excellence, WNS is one of the frontrunners to invest in the Sri Lankan BPM industry and continues to create new job opportunities within the island, showcasing Sri Lankan capabilities to the world. WNS Sri Lanka employs close to 800 professionals and services several leading global organisations and industry verticals.