Education Ministry recognises LOLC Divi Saviya “Obai Mamai Ape Ratai” for restoring 200 schools under 45 days

LOLC Holdings PLC solidified its role as a national partner in recovery and resilience by presenting the progress of its flagship humanitarian initiative, Divi Saviya, at a national-level recognition ceremony convened by the Education Ministry.

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LOLC Holdings Group Managing Director/CEO Kapila Jayawardena (right) presenting the comprehensive project update of LOLC Divi Saviya to Prime Minister and Education Minister Dr. Harini Amarasuriya

This milestone follows the successful completion of Phase 02 of ‘Obai, Mamai, Ape Ratai’, reflecting the initiative’s meaningful contribution.

The special appreciation ceremony for LOLC Divi Saviya was held at the Education Ministry, Battaramulla, on 27 February 2026, marking the Ministry’s second official recognition of the initiative since its inception.

During the event, the LOLC Holdings PLC Group Managing Director/CEO Kapila Jayawardena, presented a comprehensive project update to the Prime Minister and Education Minister Dr. Harini Amarasuriya. The update highlighted the rapid progress of the island wide school restoration initiative, which saw 200 schools restored and handed over within just 45 days, enabling the swift resumption of education in communities impacted by Cyclone Ditwah.