Maliban supports IDH Hospital during battle against COVID-19

Maliban Biscuits, contributing towards the combat of the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic, recently donated special cold storage facilities and highly essential medical equipment to treat infected patients, at the National Institute of Infectious Diseases Hospital (IDH). 

The donation was made on April 1 at the IDH Dental Hospital and was attended by Ms. Kumudika Fernando – Managing Director of Maliban, Ravi Jayawardena – Group CEO of Maliban, Dr. Hasitha Aththanayake – Director of IDH Hospital and Dr. (Ms.) Chintha Sooriyarachchi – Deputy Director of IDH Hospital. 

In a media release, Maliban Biscuits said it further supplied the hospital staff with snacks such as yahaposha, biscuits and tea, to help sustain their energy while being on the frontlines of the pandemic. Additional to the donation at IDH Dental Hospital, Maliban Biscuits recently aided the Manusath Derana program with its products as well. 

Ravi Jayawardena – Group CEO of Maliban stated, “During this critical period, IDH provides an incredible service to all Sri Lankan citizens. On behalf of the Maliban Group, it is a great pleasure to be able to donate to IDH and its valued staff. We really appreciate the efforts made by all staff members and I humbly request all Sri Lankans to help them as much as possible during this period.”