Empowering Women Entrepreneurs Through Industry Loan Assistance

The Industrial Development Board of Ceylon, in collaboration with Unilever, Women’s Chamber of Industry and Commerce (WCIC), and the Regional Development Bank (RDB), successfully held the Letter of Confirmation Awarding Ceremony for Industry Loan Assistance to women entrepreneurs representing small and medium-scale enterprises across Sri Lanka on 28 April 2026 at the Board Room of the IDB Head Office.

The event was graced by the Chairman of the Industrial Development Board, Mr Ravi Nissanka, together with Deputy Directors, Assistant Directors, and other distinguished officers of the IDB.

The ceremony was further enriched by the presence of distinguished representatives from the partner institutions, including Mr. P.S.T. Ranathunga, Assistant General Manager – Credit of the Regional Development Bank (RDB); Ms. Chitranjali Dissanayake, Chief Executive Officer of the Women’s Chamber of Industry and Commerce (WCIC); and Ms. Sanduni Kulatunga, Corporate Communication Manager of Unilever, whose valued participation added great significance to the occasion

The women entrepreneurs who attended the ceremony also shared their inspiring journeys and aspirations. Upon submission of the required documentation, the necessary support will be extended to facilitate the prompt disbursement of loan assistance, enabling these entrepreneurs to strengthen and expand their businesses.

Venue: Board Room - IDB