A true leader rich in materiality and spirituality
H. Dharmasiri De Silva, the founder of HDDES Group of companies, is a businessman who crafted his life according to the tenants of Dhamma. He spent a well-balanced way of living while understanding the spiritual reality and state of materialistic wealth. Dharamasiri De Silva’s businesses benefited others and brought fame to his country while enriching his employees. Decades of experience and expertise in life and the industry made him fruitful in all means of life. His pure application of the essence of Buddhism to his life has brought courage to face profits, losses, fame, blame, happiness and sadness.
Philosophy of life in the eyes of spirituality and materiality
The legacy of the decades of expertise in the industry and living a spiritual life while enlightening the lives of people and the world, unfolding to lighten up the lives of hundreds and thousands of you.
Good men are endowed with truth & Dhamma
Ven. Thapowanaye Rathana Thero
“Those who come to this world from heavenly abodes from time to time help to propagate Buddhism while leading exemplary lives. Dharmasiri De Silva belongs to such a group of people. He is one of the living legends who has dedicated his whole life to advance Buddhism locally and internationally
He has a close connection with all the Bhikkhus who belong to the three sects and extends his support to them whenever necessary. While putting up temples he looks after the needs of people in indigent circumstances.”
Dharmasiri De Silva, is a true identity of a leader, a mentor and a social influencer with a life fulfilled with a vast number of praiseworthy traits showcased during his personal and business life. He is a legend in the eyes of the Bhikkus and the society as a person who has dedicated his whole life to advance Buddhism locally and internationally.
Fulfillment of humanity is the lifelong satisfaction of a leader.
SINCE 1982
HDDES Foundation was established in 1982 by Dharmasiri De Silva. In the purpose of serving the people in need by raising awareness on various aspects of the society. Special programs were developed and events were organized in the aim of community development. Dharmasiri De Silva strictly followed the teachings of Buddha and paved his way to enlighten the lives of others without expecting anything in return. His fame was purely dependent on his self-satisfaction and the goodwill of the community around him.