NDB Bank has reaffirmed its unwavering commitment to empowering Sri Lanka’s SME and MSME sectors by participating in the “Revive Sri Lanka, Rising Stronger” initiative, held on December 20th at the Kandy City Centre. The event, organized by Kandy City Centre under the guidance of Chairman Mr. Thusitha Wijayasena, gathered over 800 participants, including entrepreneurs, business owners, and key stakeholders. The shared goal was to restore livelihoods and rebuild confidence among enterprises affected by the recent DITWA cyclone.
Revive Sri Lanka provided a platform for direct engagement with entrepreneurs, enabling an understanding of their immediate challenges and reaffirming institutional support during a critical recovery phase. The program highlighted the importance of public-private collaboration in strengthening the economic backbone and helping businesses emerge stronger from adversity.
The initiative was honored by the presence of the Governor of the Central Bank of Sri Lanka, Dr. Nandalal Weerasinghe, as the Chief Guest, alongside the Chief Secretary of the Central Province, Mr. G.H.M.A. Premasinghe. The event showcased a robust collaborative spirit, with participation from leading financial institutions, including Bank of Ceylon, Commercial Bank, People’s Bank, Sampath Bank, NDB Bank, DFCC Bank, and HNB Bank, emphasizing the banking sector’s unified support for national economic recovery.
Representing NDB Bank at the event, Sanjaya Perera, Senior Vice President – Personal Banking and Customer Experience, highlighted the bank’s long-standing focus on SME and MSME empowerment. Commenting on the initiative, he stated, “At NDB, we firmly believe that the resilience of our nation is built on the strength of its entrepreneurs. Supporting SMEs and MSMEs during times of disruption is not just a responsibility, but a commitment we take seriously. Revive Sri Lanka reflects the collective effort required to restore confidence, rebuild livelihoods, and enable businesses to move forward with renewed optimism.”
NDB Bank’s involvement in the “Revive Sri Lanka | Rising Stronger” initiative aligns with its broader mission to support inclusive economic growth, particularly within the SME and MSME sectors, which play a crucial role in employment generation and regional development. Through ongoing engagement, tailored financial solutions, and advisory support, the bank remains dedicated to standing alongside Sri Lankan businesses as they navigate challenges and pursue sustainable growth.
As Sri Lanka continues its recovery journey, NDB Bank remains committed to partnering with communities, institutions, and enterprises to create lasting impacts and contribute meaningfully to national resilience and progress.
NDB Bank is the fourth-largest listed commercial bank in Sri Lanka. It was named Sri Lanka’s Best Digital Bank for SMEs at the Euromoney Awards for Excellence 2025 and received the Domestic Retail Bank of the Year – Sri Lanka and Islamic Banking Initiative of the Year – Sri Lanka awards at the Asian Banking & Finance Retail Banking Awards 2025. NDB is the parent company of the NDB Group, comprising capital market subsidiary companies, together forming a unique banking and capital market services group. The bank is committed to empowering the nation and its people through meaningful financial and advisory services powered by digital banking solutions.
Photo caption: Sanjaya Perera – Senior Vice President, Personal Banking & Customer Experience, NDB accepting the award from Sisira Hettiarachchi – Senior Manager, Transport and Housekeeping, KCC
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