A Step towards Financial Freedom: People’s Bank Vanitha Vasana Account for Women
SA compassionate mother, a devoted daughter, a trusted friend, a supportive sister – these are the varied roles that women gracefully fulfill in their journey to uplift themselves and those around them. Beyond these roles, women showcase leadership, entrepreneurship, and intellectual prowess, making pivotal decisions that contribute to the nation’s economic growth. People’s Bank proudly celebrates International Women’s Day on 7th
March, honoring
Sri Lanka’s female population for their selfless service to family, society, and the Motherland, marked by immense sacrifices. Dhammika Dassanayake, Assistant General Manager – Retail Banking at People’s Bank, reflects on this day, stating, ‘In 1993, People’s Bank introduced the ‘Vanith Vasana’ savings account dedicated to women on International Women’s
Day. This historic initiative aimed to provide women with the opportunity to grow their savings, marking a milestone in Sri Lanka’s banking history.” ince then, People’s Bank has empowered women by offering multiple loan facilities, enhancing livelihoods, and contributing to the economic prosperity of the nation through the Vanitha Vasana savings account. This International Women’s Day, under the theme ‘For all Trailblazing Women empowering the Future’, People’s Bank is poised to provide attractive rewards through the Vanitha Vasana Savings account.
With women representing a majority of the population, the bank’s main objective is to bring stability into their lives, ensuring economic strength that directly contributes to the nation’s stability.
To strengthen women’s entrepreneurship, People’s Bank, in collaboration with “Good Market,” initiated a special training program to guide women entrepreneurs to bring their products to the international markets successfully. The first stage of this programme focused on 30 women entrepreneurs in the Western province, out of which 12 were selected. Awarding certification to these successful entrepreneurs was recently held at the International Women’s Day celebration event at the People’s Bank Head Office Branch.
In addition, this year People’s Bank introduced the Vanitha Vasana High-interest savings account, offering flexible and secure investment with higher interest rates for women. Those who open an account from 7th March onwards will receive attractive gifts as well (until stocks last). The interest rate of this product increases based on the deposit amount.
Additionally, the Vanitha Vasana Money Planner investment scheme, “Punchi Seettuwa,” allows savers to save towards their desired end-ofyear savings target. The programme offers schemes ranging from Rs. 25,000/= to Rs. 500,000/= and each saver will receive a special gift.
A branded debit card offering up to 50% discounts at prominent shopping outlets is issued to Vanitha Vasana accountholders and they also qualify for a 0.5% concession on pawning loan interest under the People’s Bank “Swarna Pradeepa” pawning scheme. For more information, contact the People’s Bank hotline at 1961 or visit www. peoplesbank.lk.
Saving diligently secures a woman’s financial future, boosting confidence for life events like higher studies, migration, self-employment, business, or family emergencies. People’s Bank invites strong women to open a Vanitha Vasana account and pave the way for their dreams.
To strengthen women’s entrepreneurship, People’s Bank, in collaboration with “Good Market,” initiated a special training program to guide women entrepreneurs to bring their products to the international markets successfully.
This International Women’s Day, under the theme ‘For all Trailblazing Women empowering the Future’, People’s Bank is poised to provide attractive rewards through the Vanitha Vasana Savings account