With the distinguished participation of His Excellency Badli Hisham Adam, High Commissioner of Malaysia to Sri Lanka, as Chief Guest, the Management & Science Institute (MSI), Sri Lanka, an offshore campus of Management and Science University (MSU), Malaysia, celebrated the Sinhala & Tamil New Year 2026, bringing together diplomats, academics, alumni, and students in this year’s Awurudu celebrations.
The event encouraged current MSI students to showcase traditional Awurudu games, dances, and other cultural rituals before a multicultural audience, highlighting students’ talents while promoting unity, emotional maturity, respect, and fairness among those who actively participated in the Awurudu celebrations. Notably, the presence of His Excellency underscored the longstanding diplomatic relationship between Sri Lanka and Malaysia and provided a unique and enriching experience for the students and alumni of MSI and MSU.
Delivering a special message, Professor Dr. Mohamed Shukri Ab Yajid, President of MSU and MSI, emphasised the significance of cultural unity and academic excellence in producing well‑balanced graduates for society. In his message, the President further noted that such celebrations reflect “the richness of culture, unity in diversity, and the values that shape not only great nations but also great institutions,” while expressing his appreciation for His Excellency’s presence as Chief Guest.
A Commitment to Holistic Education
Through traditional rituals and authentic festive cuisine, the celebration provided students with a meaningful engagement with cultural heritage beyond the classroom. The event reflected MSI’s commitment to holistic education by nurturing students academically, socially, and culturally, while reinforcing values of teamwork, leadership, and cross‑cultural understanding essential for success in a global society.
Together as One MSI Family
The event concluded in a spirit of unity and gratitude, celebrating not only the Sinhala & Tamil New Year but also the strong sense of community at MSI. Students, staff, and alumni came together as one family, embodying the shared values of tradition, respect, and progress. As MSI continues to grow as a leading international education hub in Sri Lanka, celebrations such as this reaffirm its mission to transform lives through education while preserving the cultural identity that shapes and inspires its diverse academic community.