Impoverished school gives Aitken Spence cargo a surprise

Dedunupitiya Maha Vidyalaya, a school listed below the poverty line by food insecurity survey carried out by the World Food Programme (WFP), organised a surprise event to Aitken Spence Cargo to appreciate their efforts to uplift the conditions of the school.

The school, belonging to the Galagedara education zone is one of the most remote in the Kandy district lacking many facilities.

On May 27, the staff of Aitken Spence Cargo participated in a shramadana project at Dedunupitiya Maha Vidyalaya. The school buildings which were badly in need of fresh paint were colourwashed and a new nameboard was installed. In addition, a boundary fence was put up and a much needed computer was donated for the school. A pipeline was also installed to provide fresh water for the students and the staff.

During the recent visit, discussions were held between the education authorities and Aitken Spence officials to look into the future development programs in the school.

Aitken Spence Cargo plans to provide the mid-day meal with WFP's assistance and to offer scholarships to the deserving students that will include a trainee period at Aitken Spence Cargo. In addition, plans are under way to assist the community by way of setting up cottage industries whereby the sale of products will be facilitated by the company.