Renowned philosopher Nalin de Silva no more

Colombo, May 02 - Professor Nalin de Silva, a prominent figure in the realms of philosophy, academia and diplomacy passed away at the age of 79. 

Known for his multifaceted career, de Silva left a lasting impact on Sri Lanka's intellectual landscape.

With a background in academia, de Silva served as a professor in the Department of Mathematics and later as the Dean of the Faculty of Science at the University of Kelaniya. 

His contributions to education extended beyond the classroom as he also held positions of influence such as a former member of the University Grants Commission (UGC).

In addition to his academic pursuits, de Silva ventured into the realm of diplomacy, representing Sri Lanka as Ambassador to Myanmar.