TFC opens branch in Jaffna

February 10, marked a significant milestone in the history of The Finance Company PLC. It will function from Powerhouse Road, Jaffna. The branch was opened on February 10.

The Finance Company PLC opened its first branch on February 6, 1976 in Jaffna. The branch has been re-located in the same premises from where it originally functioned, more than 35 years ago. The Jaffna branch maintained close ties with the local community for over three decades. The Finance Company PLC was the only financial institution which operated in Jaffna continuously.

The branch was opened by Governor of the Central bank Ajith Nivard Cabraal. Senior Central Bank officials including the Deputy Governor, Ananda Silva, and Additional Director Non-bank Supervision, H.M. Ekanayake, GA Jaffna, Imelda Sugumar, Chairman of the Finance Company PLC, Preethi Jayawardena and key Board Members were present. "the city today is fast becoming the economic hub of the North and having our very own building makes our presence in Jaffna stronger and would also gear us to meet the needs of this dynamic community", said Chairman, Preethi Jayawardena.