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| Company type | Private |
|---|---|
| Industry | Radio |
| Founded | 1993 |
| Headquarters | , |
Area served | Sri Lanka |
Key people | Neomi Nalawansa (CEO) |
| Products |
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| Owner | Capital Maharaja |
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