Allianz Lanka makes helmet donation for 3rd consecutive year

From left: Representing Allianz Lanka Deputy Manager- CSR & Sustainability Rienzie De Silva, Head of Market Management Kasun Yatawata,  Chief Distribution Officer Ranga Dias and DIG of Police Traffic Admin & Road Safety Range Indika Hapugoda 

Allianz Lanka conducts an annual programme to distribute child-safety-helmets for children, as many schoolchildren who travel on motorbikes often do so without helmets, which puts this group of road users at a high risk. 

Accordingly, Allianz Lanka is conducting its 3rd consecutive annual Child-Safety-Helmet Distribution initiative, highlighting its dedication to the safety of children on the road. 

This year’s initiative is once again supported by the Sri Lanka Police, building on a long cooperative partnership with Allianz Lanka, established over the years. 1,200 helmets will be distributed to students across 25 cities on the 26th, 28th and 29th of August. This builds on previous such initiatives which witnessed the successful distribution of 1,500 helmets in 2022 and 1,000 helmets in 2023. 

Meanwhile, HHCo Industries (Private) Limited is also supporting the Allianz Lanka Child-Safety- Helmet Distribution initiative this year and will contribute 200 helmets to this year’s distribution. Working together with its partners, Allianz Lanka has meticulously identified deserving beneficiaries and partnered with the Sri Lanka Police to monitor the safety of these children during school hours. This collaboration ensures that the helmets are used correctly and that the children are educated about road safety. The initiative will also see a broad awareness drive on the importance of road safety. 

Allianz Lanka Chief Distribution Officer Ranga Dias said, “Allianz Lanka is deeply committed to the safety and well-being of Sri Lankan children. Our partnership with the Sri Lanka Police underscores our shared dedication to creating safer roads for all. 

By distributing 1,200 helmets this year across 25 cities, we aim to equip school children with essential protection and contribute to a culture of road safety. Allianz is dedicated to making a difference in diverse communities through the expansion of our CSR programmes. We believe that this initiative, along with our other ongoing efforts, will significantly reduce the risk of accidents involving children.” 

The main helmet distribution events will take place at various Allianz Lanka branches across Sri Lanka. 

DIG of Sri Lanka Police, lndika Hapugoda added, “This partnership with Allianz Lanka is a testament to our shared responsibility for the safety of our children. While the number of fatalities resulting from motorcycle accidents decreased from 1,314 to 1,177 between 2022 and 2023, the overall number of motorcycle accidents increased. The total number of motorcycle accidents, encompassing incidents resulting in fatalities, serious injuries, minor injuries, and property damage, rose to 12,556 in 2023 compared to 2022. By providing helmets and promoting road safety, we are -building a stronger and safer Sri Lanka for generations to come. We are proud to partner with Allianz Lanka on this important initiative.”