As part of our long-term CSR initiative Shilpabhisheka, Kandetiya Agro Products (KAP) is proud to announce the awarding of 10 scholarships to high-performing students from economically and socially disadvantaged backgrounds. These students successfully passed the Grade 5 Scholarship Examination and come from the heart of Sri Lanka’s Coconut Triangle: Gampaha, Puttalam, and Kurunegala districts.
At KAP, we believe that education lays the foundation for a stronger and more inclusive future. Shilpabhisheka was created to close the gap in access to resources between rural and urban schools, helping students in underserved communities unlock their full potential. By investing in their education today, we are shaping the future contributors to Sri Lanka’s economy.
In addition to the scholarships, we took this opportunity to share our company values with the students. We emphasized the importance of giving back to both nature and the community. At KAP, we believe these principles are vital to nurturing future leaders who are not only knowledgeable, but also responsible and empathetic.
“These scholarships are not just rewards. They are investments in the future,” said Shimzar Ajeez, CEO of KAP. “We chose education because it is one of the most powerful ways to uplift communities and create lasting impact. With Shilpabhisheka, we have now built a platform where our business partners can also join us in supporting this mission.”
To inspire the students further, Dilusha Karunarathna engaged them in a conversation about leadership and the role education plays in uplifting entire communities. His message encouraged the children to think beyond personal success and to see themselves as future changemakers who can lead with purpose.
The scholarships represent just one part of the broader vision behind Shilpabhisheka, guided by the theme “For a Better Tomorrow.” The program also includes infrastructure development, career guidance, mentoring and soft skills training, nutrition support, and leadership development.
Seeing the spark in these young minds and hearing their dreams reminds us why initiatives like Shilpabhisheka matter. Their determination and enthusiasm inspire us to keep going, to do more, and to achieve more. It is their potential that fuels our passion to build a better tomorrow, together.
