HDFC Bank commences 2025 with multi-religious blessings

Chairman P.J. Jayasinghe engages in the first transaction with a valued customer who performs the first transaction of the year at the Colombo branch in the presence of Acting GM/CEO C.R.P. Balasuriya and Branch Manager Kosala De Silva 

HDFC Bank commenced the first working day of the new year 2025 with a series of multi-religious activities held at the bank’s head office building to invoke blessings for valued customers, employees and all the other stakeholders for a prosperous and successful year.

The event was held at the bank’s head office building with the patronage of Chairman P.J. Jayasinghe, Acting GM/CEO C.R.P. Balasuriya, corporate and executive management, staff and valued customers in a spirit of the unity. 

The proceedings of the event began with the blessings from religious leaders representing diverse faiths, symbolising the bank’s commitment to inclusivity and harmony.

Following the blessings, all staff recited a pledge align their efforts with the ‘Clean Sri Lanka’ government programme.

Addressing the gathering, Jayasinghe extended heartfelt gratitude to the bank’s most valued customers, acknowledging the integral role in the bank’s success. He also appreciated the efforts of the frontline staff, branch teams and the employee union, encouraging everyone to continue working together in the spirit of the pledge recited during the ceremony towards success.

Balasuriya, in his speech reflected the challenges of the past year and expressed confidence in the strength and dedication of the bank’s staff, assuring every one of their ability to overcome obstacles and achieve the bank’s goals.

The event concluded with few valued customers performing the first transactions of the year at the Colombo branch, symbolising a positive start to the new year and the bank’s focus on exceptional customer service.