Sarvodaya Development Finance PLC (SDF), a financial services provider in Sri Lanka, has expanded its regional operations with the launch of a new branch in Kantale and the relocation of its Dehiattakandiya branch to a larger facility. These moves are part of the company’s ongoing strategy to enhance accessibility and convenience for customers in regional areas.
The Kantale branch officially opened on October 15, 2026, at 10:30 a.m. The new facility, located at No. 88/1/A, Main Street, Kantale, aims to serve local residents by improving their access to formal financial services. The opening ceremony was attended by Sarvodaya Development Finance’s Chairman, directors, Chief Executive Officer, and members of the management team. The establishment of this branch marks a significant step in broadening the company’s presence in the region.
In tandem, Sarvodaya Development Finance relocated its existing Dehiattakandiya branch to a new premises on October 14, 2026. The branch, which was previously situated at No. 62/1E, New Town, Dehiattakandiya, now operates from No. 29/G, New Town, Dehiattakandiya. Operations at the new location commenced at 10:00 a.m. This move is designed to offer customers in Dehiattakandiya and nearby areas improved convenience and better access to the company’s range of financial services.
The company’s initiatives focus on supporting the financial needs of local communities, including farmers, small and medium-sized enterprises, local businesses, and individual customers in Kantale, Dehiattakandiya, and surrounding regions. By enhancing access to formal financial services, Sarvodaya Development Finance aims to contribute positively to the economic activities and livelihoods of these communities.
Sarvodaya Development Finance underscored the importance of understanding and responding to evolving customer needs as a central element of its service delivery model. The expansion and branch relocation are part of broader efforts to provide reliable, accessible, and customer-centric financial services, particularly outside major urban centres. These initiatives further demonstrate the company’s commitment to financial inclusion and its role in fostering economic development in regional Sri Lanka.