🏢 People’s Bank Marks 65 Years of National Service & Digital Growth

Sri Lanka’s premier state bank, People’s Bank, celebrated its 65th anniversary on July 1, highlighting its extensive market reach and digital transformation milestones. Key Figures & Scale • Total Assets: Consolidated assets exceed Rs. 3.7 Tn, solidifying its position as a national banking leader. • Customer Base: Serves over 15.2 Mn customers, holding the largest customer base among Sri Lankan commercial banks. • Network Infrastructure: Operates 745 branches/service centres and over 300 Self Banking Units (SBUs) managed by a workforce of 8,100+ employees. Digital Banking & Innovation • Digital Adoption: Serves over 4 Mn digital customers, with more than 80% of all customer transactions now processed via digital channels. • Tech Milestones: Key drivers include paperless account openings, digital wallets, and a recently deployed AI-powered chatbot for 24/7 assistance. Socio-Economic Contribution • Sector Support: Actively drives development across core national sectors including exports, agriculture, education, healthcare, and infrastructure. • Community Impact: Pledged Rs. 300 Mn to the Government’s Rebuilding Sri Lanka Fund for a housing project in the Nuwara Eliya District targeting families affected by Cyclone Ditwah.