Plantation Human Development Trust

Southern Cup XII : Inter Plantation Cricket Tournament 2026 – (Galle Region)

The Southern Cup XII – Inter Plantations Cricket Tournament 2026, organized by the Plantation Human Development Trust (PHDT) – Galle Region, concluded successfully with enthusiastic participation from Regional Plantation Companies (RPCs).

Date : 11th July 2026

Venue : BOI Ground, Koggala.

The event was graced by the presence of Mr. Chaminda Senarathne, Chief Operating Officer of Maturata Plantations Ltd., and Mr. Geeth Kumara, CEO of Elpitiya Plantations PLC, as Chief Guests. Mr. Lal Perera, Director General of PHDT, attended as the Guest of Honour, together with several distinguished representatives from the participating plantation companies.

Participating Regional Plantation Companies
Elpitiya Plantations PLC (Teams A & B)
Namunukula Plantations PLC
Kotagala Plantations PLC
Maturata Plantations Ltd
Talawakelle Tea Estates PLC
Horana Plantations PLC
Watawala Plantations PLC

Tournament Results

Champion: Elpitiya Plantations PLC – Team A
Runner-Up: Maturata Plantations Ltd
Plate Champion: Namunukula Plantations PLC
Plate Runner-Up: Talawakelle Tea Estates PLC

Individual Awards

Best Batsman: Mr. Tharuka Panduwawala – Maturata Plantations Ltd
Best Bowler: Mr. Yasitha Koswatte – Elpitiya Plantations PLC – Team A
Man of the Series: Mr. Pramod Bandara – Elpitiya Plantations PLC – Team A

Congratulations to all the champions, award winners, and participating teams for their outstanding performances. A sincere appreciation goes to the organizing committee, officials, sponsors, volunteers, and everyone who contributed to making the tournament a memorable success.

Inter Plantation Cricket Tournament – Hatton Region 2026

The Hatton Region Inter Plantation Cricket Tournament – 2026 was successfully held on 4th July 2026 at the Dickoya Maskeliya Cricket Club Ground, Dickoya, organized by the Plantation Human Development Trust (PHDT) – Hatton Region.

The event was graced by Dr. Sarath Amunugama, Director – Health, PHDT, and Mr. Roshan Liyanage, Manager – Administration & HRD, PHDT, as the Chief Guests, together with representatives of the Regional Plantation Companies as Special Guests.

Teams representing Maskeliya Plantations PLC, Horana Plantations PLC, Kelani Valley Plantations PLC, Madulsima Plantations PLC, and Kotagala Plantations PLC participated in the tournament, displaying outstanding sportsmanship, teamwork, and competitive spirit throughout the day.

Tournament Results

Champions: Kotagala Plantations PLC
Runners-up: Kelani Valley Plantations PLC
Plate Champions: Horana Plantations PLC
Bowl Champions: Maskeliya Plantations PLC
Participation Award: Madulsima Plantations PLC

Individual Awards

Best Batsman: Mr. Hasthika – Kelani Valley Plantations PLC
Best Bowler: Mr. Charith – Horana Plantations PLC
Man of the Series: Mr. Kaathir – Kotagala Plantations PLC

The tournament concluded on a high note, strengthening friendship, unity, and camaraderie among the participating Regional Plantation Companies while promoting healthy competition and teamwork within the plantation community.

Congratulations to all the winners and participants for making the Hatton Region Inter Plantation Cricket Tournament – 2026 a memorable and successful event!

📰 Community Canvas: June 2026 Highlights! 🌱✨

The latest edition of the Plantation Human Development Trust (PHDT) newsletter is out! Here is a quick look at how we are transforming lives across plantation communities in Sri Lanka:

🏠 Housing & Development

Cooperative Progress: Reaffirmed community-led development goals at the 5th AGM of the Estate Workers Housing Cooperative Federation.

Disaster Relief & Housing: Conducted mobilization and coordination meetings in Kegalle, Galle, and Ratnapura for the Indian Housing Project and disaster relief.

Better Homes: Completed the Sunderland Estate line reroofing project to ensure safe living conditions.

🎓 Celebrating Academic Excellence

Huge congratulations to our estate community stars heading to state universities with top district ranks!

Thangaraj Gopitha (Hatton) – University of Ruhuna

Rameshwaran Prasanth (Nuwara Eliya) – University of Sri Jayewardenepura Selvarasu
Jaffna
Samitha (Nuwara Eliya) – University of Jaffna.

Dadlananthan & Muththuraja Naveeka – South Eastern & Eastern Universities.

💻 Digital Transformation

SMART PHDT System: Staff in Badulla, Hatton, and Kandy successfully trained on our new online data system to improve efficiency and service delivery.

🏏 Save the Date!

Get ready for the Inter-Plantation Cricket Tournament on August 22nd, 2026!

🏆Thank you to the Ministry of Plantation and Community Infrastructure, RPCs, and all stakeholders for walking this journey with us. 🔗

Read more details at: www.phdt.org



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Honored & Recognized!
Asia Miracle Awards 2026!

We are thrilled and deeply honored to announce that the Plantation Human Development Trust has been recognized at the prestigious Asia Miracle Awards 2026! for its

"Exemplary Service in Plantation Community Empowerment of the Year" 2026 at the Grand Gala Night hosted by the MUGP International Organization at the Taj Samudra Hotel on 30th June 2026.

This recognition is a testament to our team's unwavering dedication, hard work, and continuous commitment to uplifting and empowering our plantation communities. A heartfelt thank you to all our partners, stakeholders, and well-wishers who have walked this journey with us.

Let’s continue to move forward with pride and excellence in community service!

Happy Poson Poya Day

Happy Vesak Day

Scholarship Awards Ceremony for University Entrants from the Plantation Community – 2026.

The Scholarship Granting Ceremony organized by the Plantation Human Development Trust was successfully held on 15th May 2026 at the Main Auditorium, Sethsiripaya, Battaramulla. The event was organized to recognize and encourage outstanding students from the plantation sector who gained university entrance for the academic year 2025/2026.

Over 150 students were based on order of merit awarded Startup Grants in recognition of their exceptional academic achievements and dedication towards higher education. This valuable initiative was generously sponsored by AHMAD Teas, Ethical Tea Partnership, and Serendib Flour Mills (Pvt) Ltd, whose continued support has greatly contributed towards uplifting the educational standards of children from the plantation community.

The ceremony was graced by several distinguished guests and representatives from Government Institutions, Plantation Companies, Trade Unions, and Donor organizations. The Chief Guest of the occasion was Mr. B.K. Prabath Chandrakeerthi, Chairman of PHDT. Among the other notable participants were Mr. Gunadasa Samarasinghe, Secretary to the Ministry of Plantation and Community Infrastructure; Mrs. W.M.D.T.Wickremasinghe, Secretary to the Ministry of Women and Child Affairs; Mr. K.S. Wijayakeerthi, Additional Secretary to the Ministry of Plantation and Community Infrastructure; Mr. S.P. Vijekumaran, National Organizer of the Lanka Jathika Estate Workers Union (LJEWU) and Board Director of PHDT, Mrs. Sonali Neomi, representing of Ahmad Teas Pvt Ltd; Mrs. Yoga Perera representing Ethical Tea Partnership; Mr. Kalinga Wijesekara, representing of Serendib Flour Mills (Pvt).

The ceremony highlighted PHDT’s continued commitment towards enhancing educational opportunities within plantation communities and motivating the younger generation to pursue higher education and contribute meaningfully towards the development of society and the nation.

A successful donor consultative meeting with TWININGS

A successful donor consultative meeting with TWININGS group was held on 22 April, bringing together key stakeholders to strengthen collaboration on sustainable community development initiatives.
The meeting was chaired by the Director General, with the participation of senior representatives including DF, MOP, MME, HM, and a Programme Officer, alongside the TWININGS team. Representing TWININGS were Anna Jones (Director/International Markets & Corporate Communications), Rupert Byerley (Head of Botanical Procurement), Chandana B. De Silva (Managing Director), and Shiva Shankari.

During the discussion, PHDT presented its ongoing work as a non-profit organization, focusing on child care, welfare services, housing, water and sanitation, and broader community development efforts. Future plans were also shared, highlighting the need for continued donor support to enhance initiatives in housing, water quality, sanitation, gender equality, environmental sustainability, and human rights.

The TWININGS team emphasized the importance of the TWININGS Community Needs Assessment Programme (TCNA), outlining key criteria for estate-level social and environmental standards. They noted that identifying existing gaps and making necessary improvements will be essential moving forward. They also reaffirmed their commitment to sustainability by allocating a portion of their profits toward such initiatives.

Reiterating PHDT’s readiness to contribute to long-term social sustainability, the team showcased its capacity to support impactful development. A presentation on the Model Estate Initiative further demonstrated how these efforts can be effectively aligned within a broader sustainability framework.
We look forward to strengthening this partnership and driving meaningful change together.

Happy New Year

Celebrating Excellence Across PHDT Regions

In line with the 33rd Annual General Meeting of PHDT, held on 27th March 2026 at Grand Monarch, Thalawathugoda, a special segment was dedicated to recognizing outstanding performance across its regional operations.

Awards were presented to honor excellence and commitment in service delivery, with recognitions given for:

Best Child Development Centre (CDC) – Region-wise
Best Estate Workers’ Housing Corporative Society (EWHCS) – Region-wise
Best Regional Office
TAGS award received from ICASL
These awards acknowledge the dedication, innovation, and hard work demonstrated by PHDT teams in uplifting the living standards and wellbeing of plantation communities.

The recognition not only celebrates achievements but also encourages continuous improvement and excellence across all regions, reinforcing PHDT’s commitment to delivering impactful and sustainable community development initiatives.