January 04, Colombo (LNW): Prime Group has made a significant contribution of Rs. 200 million to the Rebuilding Sri Lanka Fund, offering major corporate backing to the country’s recovery efforts following the devastation caused by Cyclone Ditwah.
The donation is widely regarded as one of the largest commitments made by a private sector entity towards post-disaster reconstruction.
The Group said the contribution reflects its belief that businesses have a responsibility that goes beyond commercial success, particularly during times of national hardship. Prime Group has long positioned itself as a corporate citizen with a strong focus on social responsibility, especially in the areas of education and healthcare.
Co-Chairperson of Prime Group, Sandamini Perera, reiterated this philosophy, noting that the company views investment in education as an investment in the nation’s future, while strengthening healthcare is seen as a moral obligation to society. She emphasised that these values continue to guide the Group’s long-term initiatives.
In the immediate aftermath of the cyclone, Prime Group also stepped in to support families directly affected by the disaster. Special assistance was extended to the children of police officers impacted by the cyclone, with full school supply kits provided for the new academic year to ensure their education continued without interruption. The Group highlighted its solidarity with frontline officers who serve communities under difficult and often dangerous conditions.
Prime Group’s contributions to healthcare have also had a lasting impact across the country. The donation of three dialysis machines to Kegalle Hospital has improved access to essential treatment for patients suffering from kidney disease. In addition, the Group is preparing to deliver a specialised radiation bunker with advanced chemical leak protection to the Apeksha Hospital, a critical facility required for the operation of Linear Accelerator machines used in cancer treatment. This development is expected to significantly reduce waiting times for radiotherapy and improve patient outcomes.
Further strengthening public healthcare services, Prime Group continues to support and maintain Ward 38 at the Kalubowila Teaching Hospital, enhancing the hospital’s ability to provide care to a growing number of patients.
Reflecting on the Group’s three decades in operation, Chairman Premalal Brahmanage said that true leadership is defined by the positive difference made in people’s lives. He added that Prime Group remains committed to contributing to the nation’s wellbeing, rebuilding communities and creating a more secure and hopeful future.
With a 30-year history marked by sustained social investment and nation-building efforts, Prime Group says it remains steadfast in its mission to support Sri Lanka’s recovery and long-term development.
