Scholarship from President for Yuresha

Yuresha Buddhini, a Grade 8 student of the Balangoda Maithreya National school who has displayed special talents and skills in studies and extra curricular activities drew President Mahinda Rajapaksa’s special attention when he visited the school to open a two storeyed building recently. President Rajapaksa who was impressed by the exceptional skills displayed by her, invited Buddhini to visit Temple Trees with her parents to meet him.

When Buddhini visited Temple Trees on Wednesday in response to the request, the President arranged a special felicitation ceremony in her honour and awarded a scholarship to assist her in pursuing further education.

Congratulating Buddhini on her achievements the President advised her to pursue her educational and sports activities with grit and determination and achieve the pinnacle of success as a useful citizen who could render a great service to the country and nation. Buddhini who was overcome with emotion profusely thanked the President for the advice and assistance rendered to ensure her future progress.

Sri Lanka’s High Commissioner in the Maldives Dickson Dela, Buddhini’s parents and her class teacher Mrs Rohini Rajapaksa were also present on the occasion.