In an effort to offer optimum protection to professionals of the local television industry, Janashakthi Insurance PLC stepped forward for the second consecutive year to partner Raigam Tele’es, a highly anticipated annual tele awards ceremony in Sri Lanka. The Insurance provider continues to protect the lives of local artistes by offering a Life Insurance cover and a Hospitalisation cover, offering peace of mind through complete protection to its 135 nominees, significantly becoming the first Insurer to do so.

“The Raigam Tele’es play a vital role in celebrating Sri Lanka’s rich, creative cinematic heritage, bringing to light the accomplishments and highlights of this vibrant industry every year. Further, the artistes that are recognised via this platform have contributed immensely towards society through sheer talent that has resulted in quality entertainment for the general public. It therefore gives us great pleasure to come on board once again to offer protection to each and every nominee of the Raigam Tele’es 2017, guaranteeing them complete peace of mind and security during this period, in a bid to safeguard the talented individuals who are integral to the future of this industry,” said Mr. Jude Fernando, Chief Executive Officer, Janashakthi General Insurance Limited.

With the nominations to be announced shortly, the proceedings will culminate with the 13^th annual Raigam Tele’es, to be held at the Nelum Pokuna Theatre on 3^rd June 2017.  The award ceremony, which began as a CSR initiative from local FMCG corporation, The Kingdom of Raigam, aimed at adding value to the Sri Lankan television industry, has continued on to being perceived a calendar highlight and an acclaimed platform to celebrate industry achievements year on year.

“We are delighted to have Janashakthi Insurance, a leading Insurance provider in Sri Lanka, as a partner of the Raigam Tele’es for the second consecutive year. Going beyond celebrating Sri Lanka’s finest talent in the television industry, we believe that Janashakthi’s sponsorship will play a crucial role in helping safeguard some of Sri Lanka’s most loved personalities. We look forward to an illustrious event this year as well, with an assurance of guaranteed protection from Janashakthi,” said Mr. Ganaka Amarasinghe, Managing Director, Raigam Group of Companies.

Janashakthi Insurance PLC, founded in 1994, made its mark in the industry as an innovator and household name over a span of two decades. As an organisation that thrives to deliver excellence in Customer Service by addressing the Insurance needs of its customer base, Janashakthi has an island wide branch network of 113 branches, a 24-hour call centre and around the clock assessor service. Today, the Company stands strong as a leader in Motor, Non-Motor and Life Insurance services, and continues resolutely on its vision of lighting the lamp of Insurance in every home and work place.