A friendship enriched by shared discussions on many topics

My nodding acquaintance with Chandana grew to a friendship within a short period of time. I first got to know him in 1990 at SCS - Sathosa

Computer

Services.

We used to meet with others at the

IT division after work to indulge in interesting conversations which extended to various topics such as politics, education, international affairs, matrimonial issues and many more. We argued on crucial matters and agreed on certain issues.

Chandana was humble by nature, sincere and friendly. He was a remarkable debater and a keen listener.

We were from the same school. At Royal College, Chandana excelled in sports. He was a coloursman in many sports. He also excelled in his studies and was selected to the University of Colombo where he obtained his degree with honours and went on to gain qualifications in Information Technology.

He was a student at the PIM - Post Graduate institute of Management, Sri Jayawardhanapura University, where he received his MBA. Thereafter he was employed in Ceylinco (Life) Insurance Company as a Senior Manager. Later he was promoted and designated as the Deputy CIO.

With sheer perseverance and determination, Chandana rose in his career and became the CIO-Chief Information Officer until his untimely demise.

May he attain Supreme Bliss of Nirvana. Ajith S. Amarakoon