Service to the Nation Appreciation from Republican Youth Foundation

I am greatly humbled and honoured to receive this Service to the Nation appreciation award from the Republican Youth Foundation, under the leadership of Dr. Sasith Rajasooriya, with its emerging vision for Sri Lanka.

I wish the team the very best as they begin a new journey.

Alongside the beautifully crafted award, the certificate itself carries words that deeply resonate with the work and commitments I have consistently upheld over the years.

On this occasion, I also wish to respectfully remember the late Mr. Gomin Dayasri, who was among the first to brief me on the realities of the war front and the importance of sustaining morale and steadfastness within our armed forces. His insights left a lasting impression on my understanding of the responsibilities that come with speaking on matters of national significance.

Over time, I have endeavoured to present perspectives that are often left unspoken, particularly when they are uncomfortable or contentious, guided by the belief that truth should not be muted by convenience, and that legitimate questions and fact-based debate should never be dismissed through labels like “racist”.

In this journey, I am grateful to the growing circle of individuals and communities—both within Sri Lanka and internationally—who support these perspectives. I also reaffirm that my writing and commentary have always been produced independently, without any external financial backing or sponsorship, in order to preserve their integrity and authenticity.

My positions remain rooted in a clear sense of duty and conviction—defending the Sinhala Buddhist heritage and civilisation, upholding the role and dignity of the Sangha, safeguarding the nation’s cultural legacy, and speaking in defence of the child, the family, and the country’s long-term wellbeing.

Finally, I wish to express my deepest gratitude to my late parents, whose values continue to guide me, and to my special family and dearest friends for their unwavering support and strength throughout this journey.

This recognition is as much a reflection of their encouragement as it is of any personal effort.