Remitting foreign currency via banking channels

Bank of Ceylon (BOC) recently concluded the latest season of its esteemed ‘Pita Pita Rata Thegi’ program with the handover of a luxurious house to the fortunate winner, marking itself as a pioneering bank to award a house under a programme designed for migrant workers.

This milestone event marks the culmination of a campaign aimed at incentivising Sri Lankan expatriates to remit their hard-earned foreign currency securely back to their families and loved ones.

The third edition of BOC’s ‘Pita Pita Rata Thegi’ promotion offered expatriates the opportunity to win valuable gifts in daily, weekly, and monthly draws, including the grand prize a house worth Rs. 30 million. With multiple chances to win, participants eagerly awaited the announcement of the lucky recipient of the coveted house.

Following a rigorous selection process, Bank of Ceylon announced K K Ruwan Chinthaka as the recipient of the grand prize; a fully furnished house valued at Rs. 30 million. The handover ceremony took place on 28 April 2024 at Millennium City – River View in Katunayake where Chinthaka received the keys to their new home.

“At Bank of Ceylon, we prioritize our customers with utmost care . Recognizing the aspirations of those working abroad to own a home, we’ve taken a special initiative to fulfill our loyal customer’s dream by gifting them a house. This embodies our commitment to realizing our customers’ aspirations, a testament to the deep appreciation we hold for their loyalty,” said Russel Fonseka, General Manager of Bank of Ceylon.

Situated in the serenic setting of Katunayake, the luxurious house promises a life of comfort and tranquillity for Chinthaka and his family. Complete with modern amenities and landscaped gardens, the house aims to tick off one of the main reasons why most Sri Lankans migrate for job opportunities overseas.

“I am truly honoured and grateful to the Bank of Ceylon for this precious gift. Winning this house is a dream come true for me and my family,” said Mr.Chinthaka.

The ‘Pita Pita Rata Thegi’ programme exemplifies Bank of Ceylon’s unwavering commitment to support Sri Lankan expatriates and their families.

The bank conducts awareness programmes in collaboration with the Sri Lanka Foreign Employment Bureau islandwide on financial management thereby cultivating the habit of saving amongst those who seek foreign employments, ultimately benefiting the individual and their beneficiaries. Further, the bank has strategically placed 35 representatives in 11 selected countries to assist Sri Lanka’s expat community in their financial requirements.