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Aug 05 2026
20Charana TV, a television channel of SLT-MOBITEL PEOTV, was recently recognised at the prestigious 31st Sumathi Awards 2026, winning the 'Best Educational Programme' award under the Best Social Media Awards category. The award was presented for ‘Seethala Ithala’, one of Sri Lanka's leading youth talk shows, which provides young people with a platform to speak on issues of importance to them.
Through ‘Seethala Ithala’, Charana TV has created a significant stage for young people to express their opinions and ideas. The programme not only initiates dialogues on social issues but is unique in allowing young participants the opportunity to enrich these conversations with personal and external observations from their own lives. Specialists and consultants from across the discussed fields are also present to provide valuable perspectives on the topics. In encouraging comparative discussions on a broad range of social issues ‘Seethala Ithala’ has earned the lasting affection of Charana TV’s viewers.
Shenal Jayasekara, the producer of the programme, received the award at the 2026 Sumathi Awards ceremony on behalf of Charana TV.
Charana TV is a leading Sri Lankan television channel dedicated to delivering knowledge, culture, and quality entertainment to viewers. The channel presents meaningful and engaging content for all age groups, covering a wide range of fields including arts and cultural programmes, current affairs, documentaries, agriculture, health, children’s programming, music, religion and philosophy, youth-focused shows, and profiles of renowned personalities.
In addition to exhibiting Sri Lanka’s unique identity to the world through innovative, purposeful, and high-quality programming, the channel remains committed bridging Sri Lanka’s art, culture, and heritage with the next generation, effectively educating the nation’s youth and preserving traditions for the future.
Charana TV has earned numerous accolades at Sri Lanka’s premier television award ceremonies. This latest recognition at the prestigious Sumathi Awards further strengthens the channel’s reputation as a platform offering purpose-led creative ventures with an interest in safeguarding the future of Sri Lankan culture and values. The achievement raises Charana TV’s standing, securing distinctive recognition among the country’s leading television broadcasters.
Charana TV is available in true HD quality on SLT-MOBITEL PEOTV (HD channel 305 and SD channel 05). Viewers across Sri Lanka can also enjoy Charana TV anytime, free of charge, through the PEO Mobile App.
Charana TV extends its heartfelt gratitude to all its viewers for their continued support, which has been instrumental in making this achievement a reality.
