Seylan Bank opened the 240th Seylan Pahasara library at the Kotambapitiya Muslim Central College recently, continuing its focus on embedding a culture of reading and learning among Sri Lankan children. It is the latest step in achieving the Bank’s goal of building 300 Seylan Pahasara libraries by 2026 in schools most in need of resources to foster an environment that nurtures a need for learning and fuels ambitions.
In implementation for over 10 years, the Seylan Pahasara initiative works in collaboration with the Ministry of Education, with Seylan Bank’s area managers, branch managers and staff being involved in identifying the schools most in need of assistance.
The opening of the 240th Seylan Pahasara library at the Kotambapitiya Muslim Central College
The Seylan Pahasara initiative equipped the library at the Kotambapitiya Muslim Central College with a wide range of books, as well as technology including two computers, a multimedia projector, and a wide screen. The Bank also assessed and upgraded the library infrastructure, from the furniture to the roof and floors, making it an encouraging environment for young minds to gain knowledge and sharpen their intellect.
Seylan Bank’s Chief Financial Officer Champika Dodanwela said, “We are investing in the ambitions of Sri Lankan children by equipping them with the tools and surroundings they need to enhance their knowledge beyond the traditional education framework.
Fostering a need of reading and learning is critical to motivating children to aim for and achieve their maximum, which in turn will positively impact society and the nation’s future.
Through Seylan Pahasara we’re starting at the grassroots level and ensuring there is better accessibility for children across the country in getting the support they need to achieve their ambitions.”
Divisional Director of Education Jagath Chandrasiri, Seylan’s Northwest Region ll Area Manager Upendra Adikari and Branch Manager, Hettipola Vijay Kumar Thalapathy, School Principal J.M. Mihilar, Librarian M.I. Shifna, members of the student body and parents participated in the opening ceremony.
The event, while celebrating the joy of reading and learning, also underscored the importance of sustaining natural resources by planting several trees within the school premises.
