HNB Assurance PLC (HNBA) together with its fully owned subsidiary, HNB General Insurance Limited (HNBGI) unveiled the 10th edition of Liya Harasara recently. Liya Harasara is an exclusive offering from HNBA and HNBGI with a number of special benefits to all women in celebration of International Women’s Day. Speaking on this year’s Liya Harasara edition, Chief Executive Officer of HNBA, Mr. Lasitha Wimalaratne stated, “Women have become the backbone of today’s economy and they play an important role in guiding the society and uplifting livelihoods. It is no secret that women play multiple roles including the role of a family’s breadwinner and Liya Harasara is our way of paying tribute to the gracious, unbreakable spirit of womanhood. As a brand which believes in promoting diversity and equality, HNBA has taken various initiatives to support our women. Being recognized among the Top 10 Women Friendly Workplaces in Sri Lanka at Women Friendly Workplaces Awards 2021 is a testament to HNBA’s efforts to create an empowering work culture as well as to support women break the glass ceiling and achieve their career aspirations and goals”. Speaking on the benefits Mr. Wimalaratne added, “The 10th edition of Liya Harasara offers a range of special benefits including an Additional Life Cover of up to LKR 1 Mn for regular Premium Life Insurance Policies and a Daily Hopitalisation Benefit for childbirth and pregnancy subject to maximum of 3 days per year. Moreover, HNBA partnered with Vision Care, Eric Rajapakse Opticians, Durdans Hospital, Swarnamahal and Singer to offer exclusive discount schemes to our Policyholders during the month of March and April”. Mr. Sithumina Jayasundara, Chief Executive Officer of HNBGI shared his views on the 10th edition of Liya Harasara stating, “Every year HNBGI join hands with HNBA to commemorate International Women’s Day and offer a number of special benefits to all women across the country. This year HNBGI will be offering a free Personal Accident Cover of up to Rs. 500,000 for every Motor Insurance Policy obtained from HNBGI. We believe that these benefits would add greater value to the livelihoods of women and would boost their confidence to take on the challenges of tomorrow”. HNB Assurance PLC (HNBA) is one of the fastest growing Insurance Companies in Sri Lanka with a network of 63 branches. HNBA is a Life Insurance company with a rating of ‘A+’ (lka) by Fitch Ratings Lanka for 'National Insurer Financial Strength Rating'. Following the introduction of the segregation rules by the Insurance Regulator, HNB General Insurance Limited (HNBGI) was created and commenced its operations in January 2015; HNBGI continues to specialize in motor, non-motor and Takaful insurance solutions and is a fully owned subsidiary of HNB Assurance PLC. HNB General Insurance has been assigned a 'National Insurer Financial Strength Rating' of ‘A+’ (lka) by Fitch Ratings Lanka Limited. HNBA is rated within the Top 100 brands and Top 100 companies in Sri Lanka by LMD and HNB Assurance has won international awards for Brand Excellence, Digital Marketing and HR Excellence including the Great Place To Work® Certification, and won many awards for its Annual Reports at award ceremonies organized by the Institute of Chartered Accountants of Sri Lanka.
Dec
HNB Assurance PLC partnered with the Kandy Kings as the Official Protection Partner for the upcoming Colombo Golf League, taking place from 05th to 07th December at the Royal Colombo Golf Club.Through this partnership HNB Assurance extends an insurance cover to the 15-member Kandy Kings squad, ensuring their wellbeing throughout the tournament. As a brand rooted in trust and protection, HNB Assurance is proud to stand behind a team that embodies passion and excellence.Expressing his thoughts on the partnership, Executive Director / CEO of HNB Assurance, Mr. Lasitha Wimalaratne, stated, “We are truly pleased to partner with the Kandy Kings for this year’s Colombo Golf League. Our thanks go out to the franchise for choosing HNB Assurance as their protection partner and placing their confidence in us. As the team prepares to take on this exciting challenge, we are proud to safeguard their 15 players and wish them the very best on the greens.”Sharing his thoughts, Chief Business Officer / GM - Partnerships of HNB Assurance, Mr. Sanesh Fernando, added, “Supporting local sporting talent is a privilege for us. We extend our appreciation to the Kandy Kings franchise for this opportunity and look forward to backing the team throughout the league. We wish the players success, strength, and a memorable performance in this year’s tournament.”
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Nov
HNB Assurance PLC (HNBA) was recently recognized as the winner of the Best Well-being Initiative for Working Parents at the Parent-Inclusive Workplace Summit 2025 hosted by Parenthood Global. This recognition, earned through an independent evaluation among multiple organizations, stands as a testament to HNBA’s commitment to support working parents.For HNBA, this award is a validation of years of intentional effort, focused policies and a culture built on empathy. From caregiver leave to flexible support ecosystems, from in.she initiatives to mom-inclusive programs, HNBA has consistently placed the well-being of working parents at the center of its people agenda. Sharing his thoughts, the Executive Director / Chief Executive Officer of HNB Assurance PLC, Lasitha Wimalaratne, stated “This award is deeply personal to us and my sincere thanks to Parenthood Global for this wonderful recognition. Our commitment has always been to build a company where people feel supported not only as professionals, but as human beings with families, responsibilities and dreams. This recognition is proof that compassion, when embedded into culture, creates a lasting impact.”Navin Rupasinghe, Head of Human Resources / DGM of HNB Assurance PLC, added, “Every HR policy we design and every initiative we introduce is rooted in one belief, that our people deserve a workplace that honors their whole life, not just their job titles. Working parents give so much of themselves every day, and it is our duty and privilege to create an environment that lifts them. I certainly believe that this award belongs to our incredible parents who inspire us to do better, every single day.”
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Nov
HNB Assurance PLC continues to reinforce its commitment to uplifting communities across Sri Lanka through its three core CSR pillars, Health Protection, Environmental Protection and Education Protection. Anchored on these pillars, the company has rolled out a series of impactful initiatives aimed at enhancing wellbeing, improving access to essential resources, and supporting the next generation.Most recently, under the Health Protection Pillar, HNB Assurance supported P/ Wijayapura Primary School, Bisobandaragama Primary School, Mahaweli Primary School and Kidalagema Primary School in Medawachchiya by installing Reverse Osmosis (RO) water filtering systems. These systems provide access to clean and safe drinking water, helping protect schoolchildren from consuming contaminated water and ensuring healthier learning environments. With the completion of these four water projects in 2025, HNB Assurance has now completed over 75 water projects across the country.In addition to these efforts, HNB Assurance continues to champion several long-term development programs. The company conducts pregnant mother programs that promote maternal wellbeing, Grade 05 scholarship programs that encourage academic excellence among young learners and financial literacy programs designed to empower communities with essential money management skills.Through these ongoing initiatives, HNB Assurance remains dedicated to protecting lives, nurturing growth and supporting resilient, thriving communities across the country.
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