Sri Lanka’s pioneer and leading poultry producer, Bairaha Farms PLC, has demonstrated its commitment to nurturing young talent by donating Rs. 200,000 to the Universal Martial Arts Academy (UMA Academy) in Hambantota. The donation is to be used to purchase essential sporting equipment for aspiring athletes in the region.

The donation was made during a two-day workshop hosted by UMA Academy, focusing on grading national coaches, referees, and novice athletes, as well as practical learning of the international syllabus.

UMA Academy, a leading martial arts institution in Hambantota, has a proven track record of producing talented athletes. With over 35 years of experience, the academy's instructors offer a wide range of martial arts disciplines.

Bairaha Farms PLC’s Managing Director, Yakooth Naleem, shared his thoughts on the company’s dedication to corporate social responsibility. “At Bairaha Farms, we believe in the power of sports to transform lives. Our poultry products provide essential nutrition for athletes; fuelling their performance and helping them reach their goals. We are proud to support UMA Academy and its commitment to developing young talent in Hambantota.”

M. Mushfeek from UMA Academy said: “We are deeply grateful to Bairaha Farms for their generous donation. This support will enable us to provide our athletes with the necessary equipment to excel in their training. We are committed to nurturing young talent and building world-class athletes, and this donation will significantly contribute to our efforts.”

Bairaha Farms PLC’s generous contribution aligns with its corporate social responsibility efforts and reflects its dedication to supporting the development of young athletes. The donation will undoubtedly play a vital role in empowering aspiring athletes from the Hambantota district to reach their full potential.

Bairaha Farms PLC is the pioneer in the chicken-processing sector for nearly 50 years in Sri Lanka and is well known among households for its quality chicken and processed chicken products. The company has a fully vertically integrated operation. The company has a steady growth trajectory, and has been the recipient of many local and international accolades.

Image Caption : Seen here M.M. Mushfeek (left) from UMA Academy receiving the cheque from C.P.K. Wickramasinghe (right) Senior Area Sales Manager from Bairaha Farms PLC