SLIC Chairman Eng. Vijitha Herath and CEO Chandana L. Aluthgama inaugurate business operations for year 2022 by lightning oil lamp

New businesses handed over to mark year 2022

The inauguration of Sri Lanka Insurance business operations for the year 2022 took place on January 3, 2022, at the Sri Lanka Insurance head office, with the participation of the chairman, corporate management and staff of SLIC.

Adhering to the health and safety guidelines provided by the health authorities due to the COVID-19 pandemic situation, Sri Lanka Insurance held the event with a minimum number of participants and the event was live-streamed to branches and all staff members via zoom. The event was comprised of religious observations performed by religious leaders of all four religions.

Speaking at the gathering Chairman Eng. Vijitha Herath noted, “As we celebrate the 60 years of excellence to the nation, we reminiscence the vision the leaders who have established this prestigious institution, to safeguard the nation and its people. At this historic juncture, we are proud to say that we have served the nation with utmost trust from generation to generation.

We have been at the forefront to inculcate the importance of insurance to the masses as a national responsibility on our shoulders. We will further strengthen internal capabilities to serve the nation through innovative and affordable insurance solutions, which cater to all Sri Lankans. Sri Lanka Insurance will be shifting paradigms in the insurance industry and we strive to continue providing the best protection for Sri Lankans.”

In his speech Chief Executive Officer Chandana L. Aluthgama noted, “2022 has been by far one of the most challenging years we have witnesses. But we have reaffirmed our true spirit with remarkable achievements throughout this year. We have recorded the highest GWP achievement in the history with over 43  billion for life and general insurance, 14 percent growth, 189 MDRT members with the first-ever TOT achiever in SLIC history, highest life insurance bonus ever paid with 8.6 billion, the market leader in motor and general insurance sector, recognised as a ‘Great Place to Work’ and achieving ISO quality slandered. As we are heading to the year 2022, we are aiming towards achieving excellence in all aspects through transforming Sri Lanka Insurance as one team.”