A Legacy of Vision and Purpose

Guided by Seven Timeless Principles, Inspiring Integrity, Innovation, and Impact

Mr.VTV Deivanayagam Pillai

Founder - Eswaran group

The Eswaran Group was founded by the visionary Deshabandu V.T.V. Deivanayagam Pillai, a legendary Sri Lankan entrepreneur whose life was marked by resilience, determination, and an unwavering commitment to excellence.

His leadership and values laid the foundation for the seven guiding principles—Determination, Hard Work, Honesty & Integrity, Courage, Love, Patience, and Spirituality—that continue to define the heart and soul of the organization. These principles reflect his belief in ethical business practices, innovation, and a genuine love for people and the planet, inspiring generations to uphold his legacy.

“This Beacon” is a docufilm based on the life of the legendary Sri Lankan Entrepreneur Deshabandu V.T.V. Deivanayagampillai

The Seven Principles that guide us

We are defined by 7 principles which make up the heart and soul of our organisation

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01Determination

We are determined to excel in all that we do within the framework of good business ethics. Acquiring new levels of excellence and quality, we will always approach a world filled with opportunities with fresh perspectives and determination to succeed.

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03Honesty & Integrity

This being a ‘Value’ closest to the heart of our late Founder, we will uphold it to the last day of our career in the company. We will always do the right thing.

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05Love

It is our genuine love for our people, the planet and the stakeholders that drive us. It is this love that drives us passionately to deliver our teas to be enjoyed by all end users world-wide.

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07Spirituality

We believe that there is more to life than material gain. We believe in uplifting lives and enhancing the human spirit to help everyone live well naturally.

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02Hard Work

Hard work and working smartly forms the backbone of who we are. No job is too difficult for us to handle and we will succeed working together as a winning team.

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04Courage

We have the courage to be different, to face and overcome insurmountable challenges and obstacles working together responsibly doing what is right. We have the courage to think different and innovate.

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06Patience

We will have the patience to invest into relationships and the future, without focusing on short term benefits. We will display patience and prudence in all our actions.

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07 Spirituality