ABI recognizes Engineer Diyunage

Ramani KANGARAARACHCHI

Chandananda  Diyunage

A Sri Lankan entrepreneur has been awarded the prestigious Man of the Year 2011 by American Biographical Institute (ABI) for his distinctive accomplishments in the field of engineering.

The Electro Metal Pressing (EMP) Group Chairman Engineer Chandananda Diyunage is the first Sri Lankan to obtain this honour. The ABI's International Board of Research announced his name after a careful global study of individuals who have excelled in their professions.

ABI President J.M. Evans in an official congratulatory letter to Diyunage said the nomination conclusions were not only selected from their biographical archives, but also through correspondence with prominent businesses, media resources, universities and organizations around the world.

The ABI has recognized men globally since 1957 for their extraordinary deeds and selfless dedication toward the betterment of all people.