People’s Leasing and Finance extends reach in North with new branch in Puthukkudiyiruppu

People’s Leasing and Finance Chairman Pradeep Amirthanayagam (left) together with People’s Leasing and Finance CEO Udesh Gunawardena (centre), and Branch Network Senior Manager Muthulingam Kirupakaran (right) ceremoniously opened the Puthukkudiyiruppu branch and highlights of the opening ceremony 

People’s Leasing and Finance PLC, unveiled its new branch in Puthukkudiyiruppu on 12 July. 

The new branch, located at No. 10, Mullaitivu Road, Puthukkudiyiruppu, is housed in a modern state-of-the-art facility, providing access to the full gamut of People’s Leasing and Finance’s products and services. 

Symbolic of People’s Leasing and Finance’s commitment to its communities, the company provided footwear vouchers to 50 deserving children at the Mu/Mullivaikkal West Junior High School to mark this significant milestone. The new branch adds to People’s Leasing and Finance’s growing presence in the Northern Province, with eight branches across Kodikamam, Kilinochchi, Chunnakam, Jaffna, Vavuniya, Mannar, Nelliyadi, and now, Puthukkudiyiruppu.

The Puthukkudiyiruppu branch was officially declared open amidst a special opening ceremony, which was attended by high-ranking members of the People’s Leasing and Finance’s corporate and senior management teams, reflecting the significance of the occasion. Amongst those present were Chairman Pradeep Amirthanayagam, CEO Udesh Gunawardena, Branch Network Senior Manager Muthulingam Kirupakaran, Brands and Communication AGM Rajiv David, and Puthukkudiyiruppu Branch Manager Ratnasingam Kamalraj. Several valued customers and guests, together with other staff members were also present. 

CEO Gunawardena said: “With the opening of our branch in Puthukkudiyiruppu, we have extended our branch network to cover 110 locations islandwide. Puthukkudiyiruppu is an emerging economic centre in the region, with a highly resilient and enterprising population, and we look forward to serving them with our financial products and services, which include leasing, Gold Loans, loans, fixed deposits, savings, solar leases, and more. Our decision to extend our reach to Puthukkudiyiruppu is reflective of our commitment to supporting all Sri Lankans as they reach for their aspirations, and we invite everyone to visit our new branch and enjoy the most competitive rates, and an unparalleled experience, delivered by a leader in financial services.”

Chairman Amirthanayagam said: “As we position ourselves to deliver sustainable growth to our stakeholders and increased accessibility to our customers, we are pleased to open our newest branch in Puthukkudiyiruppu. This addition is also significant as it expands our regional presence to eight locations in the North, in line with our continued commitment to providing unparalleled services to our customers.”