Sampath Bank PLC Appoints Hashindra Silva as Non-Executive, Non-Independent Director

Sampath Bank PLC has appointed Mr. Hashindra Silva as a Non-Executive, Non-Independent Director, bringing to the Bank’s leadership extensive cross-sector business experience and a strong background in strategic planning, commercial management and corporate governance.

Mr. Silva is a business leader with experience spanning Sri Lanka’s automotive, vehicle after-sales, motor spare parts, hospitality and property development sectors. He currently serves as an Executive Director of Indra Traders (Pvt) Limited, Indra Service Park (Pvt) Limited, Indra Motor Spares (Pvt) Limited and Indra Property Development (Pvt) Limited. He also serves as a Non-Executive Director of Braybrooke Residential Properties (Pvt) Limited and Indra Hotels and Resorts (Pvt) Limited.

His professional experience encompasses strategic planning, business development, financial and commercial oversight, and corporate governance, with a focus on business performance, commercial growth and the evaluation of new opportunities. Through his directorships, he contributes to strategic decision-making and the development of business partnerships locally and internationally, bringing a broad commercial perspective to the organisations he serves.

Educated at Trinity College, Kandy, Mr. Silva holds a Bachelor of Science (Honours) degree in Electronic and Electrical Engineering from the University of Sunderland, United Kingdom, and a Master of Business Administration from Cardiff Metropolitan University, United Kingdom. His academic background combines technical knowledge with business management, complementing his experience across diverse commercial sectors.

He is a member of the Chamber of Young Lankan Entrepreneurs (COYLE), the Sri Lanka Institute of Directors (SLID) and the Vehicle Importers Association of Sri Lanka (VIASL). He also served as a Committee Member of the Young Directors Forum (YDF) during 2024/2025, reflecting his engagement with the wider business community and corporate governance networks.

The Board of Directors welcomes Mr. Silva to Sampath Bank PLC and looks forward to his contribution to the Bank’s continued growth and strategic direction. His appointment further broadens the experience and perspectives represented within the Bank’s leadership, reinforcing its commitment to sound governance, strategic thinking and the creation of sustainable long-term value for customers, employees, shareholders and other stakeholders.