LOLC Finance opens new chapter in Anuradhapura

Monday, 21 November 2016 00:01 - - {{hitsCtrl.values.hits}}

LOLC Group Managing Director/CEO Kapila Jayawardena lighting the traditional oil lamp at the occasion while LOLC Finance Director/Chief Executive Officer Ashan Nissanka and LOLC Finance DGM Northern and North Central Regions Gamini Jayaweera look on

LOLC Group Managing Director/CEO Kapila Jayawardena accepting the first transaction of the newly relocated Anuradhapura branch

With an ambitious aim towards expanding and intensifying its operations in Anuradhapura, LOLC Finance PLC relocated its branch in the great monastic city to its very own sophisticated premises at No. 242/2, Maithripala Senanayake Mawatha, Anuradhapura.

From the new, full-fledged building, LOLC Finance is geared to offer a superior level of financial services to the existing and potential customer base in Anuradhapura. The branch will also function as the regional office, catering to the diverse financial requirements of the people in the Northern Province and the North Central Province.

The new LOLC Finance Anuradhapura branch was inaugurated by the LOLC Group Managing Director/CEO Kapila Jayawardena. The event was attended by senior management officials, staff members, customers and well-wishers. Addressing the gathering, Jayawardena said, “Over the years, we have witnessed the vast potential for growth in Anuradhapura. This new move to a more centralised location is a result of the considerable growth LOLC Finance has registered in this area over the past years. I am confident that this will further support the growth ambitions of the varied businesses in and around the Anuradhapura area.”

Also, speaking at the event, LOLC Finance Director/Chief Executive Officer Ashan Nissanka emphasised that, “Our new address here will not only bring us closer to the substantial number of customers we already serve in Anuradhapura but it will also be a reflection of our steadfast commitment to providing high quality, bespoke financial services. I can ensure that our offerings will continue to grow with further planned expansions in this very lucrative region.”

Anuradhapura was once a political and religious capital of Sri Lanka that flourished for nearly 1,300 years. A city that dates back to the 5th century BC, Anuradhapura is world renowned for its rich collection of architectural wonders. It was one the most powerful kingdoms of ancient Sri Lanka, boasting a rich economic and cultural heritage. Anuradhapura which was a central point of ancient Sri Lankan civilisation is almost synonymous with Sri Lanka’s irrigation system which dates back over 2000 years. Sri Lanka’s hydraulic civilisation mainly developed during the Anuradhapura era, paving the way to an agricultural and cultural revolution. Named a UNESCO World Heritage Site, Anuradhapura today continues to make great strides towards becoming a modern, economically vibrant city.

Driven by its demand for services, the new LOLC Finance branch in Anuradhapura will cater to the financial requirements of individual customers and the diverse business community. The new branch will offer unparalleled financial solutions such as leasing, micro loans, corporate loans, all types of fixed deposits and savings. With this new move, LOLC Finance looks forward to support the budding and highly promising Micro and SME community in this region through various services and awareness programs.