A lantern’s light shines bright, and this year for Vesak the staff of Union Bank participated in the lantern competition which took place last Thursday (4). The staff across all functions and branches sent in the most creative lanterns in keeping with the theme of using recycled material.

This Vesak festival the environment-friendly lantern competition was the highlight, several showcased their talents and displayed the most creative lanterns designed using eco-friendly or recycled materials. The initiative received excellent participation from branches and departments, eyeing to win the best lantern creation. Whilst promoting comradeship and engagement amongst the UB Team the competition also supports the Bank’s continued efforts to protect the environment.

The teams used various recycled products for the lantern-making. Amongst several uniquely crafted entries, the Warakapola branch emerged as the winners with Internal Audit Department and the Kandy branch receiving 2nd and 3rd place.