Nations Trust Bank supports restoration of historic murals at Gothami Viharaya

15th July 2024, Colombo: Nations Trust Bank partnered with the George Keyt Foundation for the restoration of historic mural art at the Gothami Viharaya in Colombo, with the aim to preserve Sri Lanka’s cultural heritage.

The murals at Gothami Viharaya, dating back a century, underwent a full restoration due to a significant threat to the historic building and its art. Nations Trust Bank supported the first phase of the restoration project, which involved the conservation of the historic art. The project highlights the Bank’s strategic focus on CSR and sustainability, and its ongoing support of Sri Lankan art and culture. The initiative is also an extension of the Bank’s long-term partnership with the George Keyt Foundation.

Nations Trust Bank’s Chief Marketing Officer, Sanjaya Senarath said, “We are pleased to partner with the George Keyt Foundation and to support its efforts in preserving the historic monuments and cultural heritage of Sri Lanka. Art is one of the key pillars that Nations Trust Bank has actively contributed to and we hope to continue extending or support towards the preservation of local art.”

The George Keyt Foundation promotes the works of emerging Sri Lankan artists and local art and uses its expertise for the preservation and restoration of art.

Nations Trust Bank PLC serves a diverse range of customers across Consumer, Commercial and Corporate segments through multi-channel customer touch points spanning both physical and digital. The Bank is focused on digital empowerment through cutting-edge digital banking technologies and pioneered FriMi, Sri Lanka’s leading digital banking experience. Nations Trust Bank PLC is an issuer and sole acquirer of American Express Cards in Sri Lanka with market leadership in the premium segments.