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Lions Club 306 B2 help establish 160-bed Ayurvedic Covid-19 wards
Two Ayurveda Covid-19 treatment centres in Borella and Kanduboda were recently established by the Lions District 306 B2 in collaboration with the State Ministry of Indigenous Medicine. The two centres named, ‘Suwasetha Arana’ and funded by a special Lions’ fund-raising programme titled, ‘Oba Wenuwen Api’ provided 160 beds for the treatment of patients infected with Covid-19.
“The facilities help in the treatment of Covid-19 patients as well as the protection of hospital medical staff from the effects of the pandemic,” said Lion Indhra Kaushal Rajapaksa, District Governor of Lions District 306 B2. “We have provided beds, medical equipment and consumables worth Rs. 2.8 million.”
The Lions of District 306 B2 are currently working to establish a training workshop for the Sandagala Special Needs School in Uhumeeya, Kurunegala. This school has 150 students with visual and hearing impairments. The training workshop will assist these children to overcome their disabilities and effectively contribute to society. The project is expected to cost around Rs. 3.1 million.
State Minister of Indigenous Medicine, Sisira Jayakody commenting on the initiative said, “This is a great gesture by the Lions of District 306 B2 and I thank them very much for coming forward to help the people during the pandemic. Numerous service organisations, business organisations and individuals have risen to the occasion and assisted the government to grant speedy and effective relief to those infected by the Covid-19 virus and to protect the frontline workers and especially the health workers. We are very grateful to the Lions for coming forward to assist the Indigenous Medicine Ministry.”
Rajapaksa continued, “Our motto is, ‘We Serve’. We help the people when there is a need. District 306 B2 is engaged in humanitarian work from Colombo to Medawachchiya. We have already completed 2,576 service projects and served 3,226,955 people since July 2021. As Lions, we mainly serve in the areas of Vision, Hunger, Environment, Childhood Cancer, Diabetes, and Service for Children. However, we are not limited to these and also provide services in other segments.”
“I thank the Health and Wellness Team of District 306 B2 for their commitment in speedily implementing the ‘Suwasetha Arana’ intermediate treatment centre project,” Rajapaksa concluded. END.
The Delegation of German Industry and Commerce in Sri Lanka (AHK Sri Lanka) proudly facilitated the first-ever Sri Lankan delegation’s participation at Drupa 2024, the world’s largest trade fair for the printing industry and technology. Held after an eight-year hiatus, Drupa 2024 was a landmark event, marking significant advancements and opportunities in the global printing industry.
AHK Sri Lanka played a pivotal role in organising and supporting the delegation, which comprised 17 members from the Sri Lanka Association for Printers (SLAP), representing eight companies from the commercial, newspaper, stationery printing, and packaging industries. This pioneering effort by AHK Sri Lanka not only showcased the diverse capabilities of Sri Lanka’s printing sector but also facilitated vital bilateral discussions with key stakeholders from the German printing industry.
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Unveiling Ayugiri: Browns Hotels & Resorts sets the stage for a new era in luxury Ayurveda Wellness
In a captivating reimagining of luxury wellness tourism, Browns Hotels & Resorts proudly unveiled the exquisite Ayugiri Ayurveda Wellness Resort Sigiriya. This momentous occasion, celebrated amidst a vibrant and serene grand opening on the 6th of June, heralds a new chapter in the Ayurveda wellness tourism landscape in Sri Lanka. Nestled amidst 54 acres of unspoiled natural splendour, Ayugiri features 22 exclusive suites and stands out as the only luxury Ayurveda wellness resort in the country offering plunge pools in every room, rendering it truly one-of-a-kind.
The grand opening of Ayugiri Ayurveda Wellness Resort was an enchanting event, where guests were captivated by the melodies of flutists and violinists resonating through Sigiriya’s lush landscapes. As traditional drummers and dancers infused the air with vibrant energy, Browns Hotels & Resorts’ CEO, Eksath Wijeratne, Kotaro Katsuki, Acting Ambassador for the Embassy of Japan and General Manager, Buwaneka Bandara, unveiled the resort’s new logo, marking a significant moment witnessed by distinguished guests from the French Embassy, Ayurveda and wellness enthusiasts along with officials from the Sigiriya area, LOLC Holdings and Browns Group.
“Our strategic expansion into wellness tourism with Ayugiri Ayurveda Wellness Resort Sigiriya symbolises a significant milestone for Browns Hotels & Resorts. Wellness tourism has consistently outperformed the overall tourism industry for over a decade, reflecting a growing global interest in travel that goes beyond leisure to offer rejuvenation and holistic well-being. By integrating the timeless wisdom of Ayurveda with modern luxury, we aim to set a new standard in luxury wellness tourism in Sri Lanka. Whether your goal is prevention, healing, or a deeper connection to inner harmony, Ayugiri offers a sanctuary for holistic well-being” stated Eksath Wijeratne.
Ayugiri encapsulates the essence of life, inspired by the lotus flower held by the graceful queens of the infamous Sigiriya frescoes. Just as the lotus emerges from the murky depths, untainted and serene,
Ayugiri invites guests on a journey of purity and rejuvenation, harmonised with a balance of mind, body and spirit, the essence of nature, echoes of culture and the wisdom of ancient Ayurvedic healing.
HNB General Insurance, one of Sri Lanka’s leading general insurance providers, has been honored as the Best General Bancassurance Provider in Sri Lanka 2024 by the prestigious Global Banking and Finance Review – UK.
The esteemed accolade underscores HNB General Insurance’s unwavering commitment to excellence and its outstanding performance in the field of bancassurance. Through dedication and hard work, the HNB General Insurance team has continuously endeavored to deliver innovative insurance solutions, cultivate strong relationships with banking partners, and provide unparalleled service to customers nationwide. This recognition is a testament to the team’s dedication and relentless pursuit of excellence in the bancassurance business.
“We are honored to receive this prestigious award, which reflects our team’s tireless efforts and dedication to delivering value-added insurance solutions and exceptional service through our bancassurance partnerships,” said Sithumina Jayasundara, CEO of HNB General Insurance. “This recognition reaffirms our position as a trusted insurance provider in Sri Lanka and motivates us to continue striving for excellence in serving our customers and communities.”
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