NSB begins 2023 on high note

National Savings Bank (NSB) ceremoniously commenced the first working day of the new year 2023 at the head office premises of the bank in Kollupitiya, yesterday.

The proceedings of the event began with the chanting of ‘Pirith’ and ‘Anushasana’ by the venerable members of ‘Maha Sangarathne’, which was followed by the invoking of blessings by the clergies of Christian, Hindu and Islamic religions. 

The occasion was graced by Chairperson Keasila Jayawardana, Director Gamini Laxman, General Manager/CEO Ajith Peiris, Senior Deputy General Manager K. Ravindran, deputy general managers, assistant general managers and senior management and the entire staff of the head office were also present at the occasion. 

Addressing the staff, Peiris stated that even though the year 2022 was a year full of challenges, the bank was able to achieve its targets successfully in many ways.

Jayawardana addressing the staff thanked them for their tireless effort in 2022 and mentioned that there are many new innovations to be introduced in 2023 to achieve successful outcomes more effectively. Jayawardana also emphasised the need for collective effort of the staff for the betterment of the bank and country in future.The staff of the bank commenced work for the new year by giving an oath to serve the public efficiently, productively, with firm determination, utmost commitment, honesty, dedication and loyalty.