Litro successfully concludes ‘Heta Surakina Ape Lamai’ LPG awareness initiative

Litro Gas Lanka, the country’s national provider of liquefied petroleum gas (LPG), recently successfully conducted the conclusion of its impactful school awareness initiative, ‘Heta Surakina Ape Lamai.’ This comprehensive program, designed to promote the safe use of LPG in households amongst school children, marked its grand finale after reaching 264 schools across the country.

The primary goal of ‘Heta Surakina Ape Lamai’ was to elevate awareness and instill a culture of safe LPG usage among students, ultimately influencing their families. The Grand Finale was held with the participation of Chief og Staff to President, Sagala Ratnayaka and Shehan Semasinghe, public officials, Litro Chairman, management and staff, principals, teachers, students and parents.

, Chairman of Litro Gas, Muditha Peiris, said: “This is not merely a brand-building exercise; it is to raise awareness more broadly about the safe use of LPG to empower local households. We thank everybody who enthusiastically participated in this initiative.”

“Over 4 million citizens, amounting to 85% of the market share, use LPG daily. There are 70 stoves lit every second even as we speak. We are committed to empowering the lives of these LPG users through safe and continued supply,” he added. Beyond educating students about LPG and its advantages, the program sought to empower young minds with a sense of responsibility for their family’s well-being and a fundamental understanding of safety, energy, and energy dynamics. By imparting knowledge at a grassroots level, Litro Gas Lanka aims to create informed and secure family units.

On behalf of the winners of the Grand Finalein an impromptu and emotional message, Dileesha Damayanthi, a teacher from Thanamalwila National School, thanked Litro Gas for providing a rural college such as theirs the platform and opportunity to shine. In an effort to motivate active engagement and honor the students’ dedicated efforts, the program offered a range of rewards and prizes. Among the awardees were Thanamalwila National School, celebrated as the overall Winner, while Horana Royal College secured the Runners Up position. Notably, seven provincial level teams achieved victory, and ten individuals were recognized for their exceptional oratory skills at the All-Island level.

Litro Gas Lanka’s school awareness program stands as a commendable effort in promoting the safe use of LPG among students.

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