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The Sanderatne family yesterday went public on the tragic and unfortunate death of young economist Amal following the conclusion of his last rites.
“For the past few months, Amal had suffered from serious depression for which he received treatment, both in hospital and at home. Sadly, on 23 July, he took his own life,” said Amal’s father Dr. Nimal Sanderatne on behalf of the family.
“We are appreciative of the support and sympathy extended to our family, from all over the world, after the death of our beloved Amal. Given the tragic circumstances of his death, we are grateful to all those who have been respectful of our privacy as we come to terms with this unbearable loss,” he said.
Sanderatne Senior said Amal was a kind and generous person who loved his family and conducted himself with integrity and professionalism in his work. He valued his privacy in the context of his recovery from his mental health condition.
“We are saddened by his sudden death. We urge for compassion for the feelings of family members and respect for their privacy as they grieve,” he added.
Amal was a pioneering stalwart in the financial sector in Sri Lanka. A much sought after economist, he pioneered independent economic and Industry research in Sri Lanka.
The firm Amal founded and ran remained one of the few independent economic research houses in the country. His advice and work were sought after by highly reputed corporates and institutions as well as high net-worth individuals. Amal had a deep passion for economic research, policy advocacy and education. His voluntary contributions to policy making bodies, civic society and institutions like the CFA Society of Sri Lanka will long be remembered and appreciated.
Amal was an alumnus of the London School of Economics, and a CFA charterholder. He previously worked at Jardine Fleming HNB Securities Sri Lanka as Head of Research. Following the takeover of Jardine Fleming by JP Morgan Chase he was transferred to Singapore where he led JP Morgan’s Asia Pacific ADR research and also managed the research of Hong Kong based Access Products Group.(DailyFT)
Kps Wednesday, 26 July 2023 04:38 PM
Our condolences.Rest in Peace Amal !
Marie Wednesday, 26 July 2023 05:20 PM
Dr. Sanderatne my heartfelt sympathies. Said a prayer asking God to give you and your family the strength to bear this tragic loss. The country lost an invaluable young man. RIP Amal Sanderatne.
Hadam Wednesday, 26 July 2023 05:23 PM
Sad indeed. There is a lesson to be learned here never to take depression easily. May he rest in peace. My heart-warm condolences go to his family.
Tissa Fernando Wednesday, 26 July 2023 05:51 PM
Some people blamed Rajapakshas in a previous comment.
Nadarajah Wednesday, 26 July 2023 05:57 PM
A very simple person
sss Wednesday, 26 July 2023 07:12 PM
Like fever is not a disease but an indicator of something wrong in the body, Depression is not a disease but an indicator of a troubled mind - Buddha. Lot of people are taking medication (anti depressants) to treat the indicator
Hon. Sarneris Wednesday, 26 July 2023 07:18 PM
Normally it is jobless and hopeless people who get depressed. Still very puzzling how a busy person with loads of vigor could suffer from depression.
Friend Wednesday, 26 July 2023 07:41 PM
A great product of LSE. RIP
Kasun Wednesday, 26 July 2023 09:19 PM
@ sss,,, anti depressants have effect on balancing neuro chemicals in brain resulting in improving insight to the disease and quick recovery.... don't talk as if u know every thing. But it's expected from a person like you who envies doctors and engineers
GIA LANKA Wednesday, 26 July 2023 09:26 PM
THIS AMAL WAS A MAD BUGGER, STARK RAVING MAD, IS IT SURPRISING THAT MOST OF THESE BIG BANKS HIRING THIS MAD MAN FOR HIS SHIT MAD ADVICE ARE THEMSELVES IN TROUBLE. THIS LUNATIC WOULD HAVE BEEN ALIVE IF HE WAS IN ANGODA.
Aceman Wednesday, 26 July 2023 09:28 PM
Many great artists, musicians and scientists who have made huge contributions in their respective fields have fallen victim to this affliction. Maybe it's their greater sensitivity to the world that brings about this condition. May his soul rest in everlasting peace!
Dhammika Guneratne Wednesday, 26 July 2023 09:47 PM
SAD . Its truly sad to hear that educated Sri Lankans are lost in our own country . May your soul Rest in Peace ! .
Jose Mo Wednesday, 26 July 2023 10:55 PM
Deepest sympathies to the entire Sanderatne family and all of Amal's friend and colleagues. Depression is something that needs to be handled carefully and hope the family is able to come to terms with this tragedy.
Jonathan Thursday, 27 July 2023 02:34 AM
How a person with a troubled mind can come forward to give solutions to economic problems beats me.
Jonathan Thursday, 27 July 2023 02:34 AM
How a person with a troubled mind can come forward to give solutions to economic problems beats me.
Nimal Thursday, 27 July 2023 03:57 AM
My heart goes out to this family. May you find the strength to bear this unfortunate tragedy.
Demuni de Silva Thursday, 27 July 2023 05:42 AM
Rest in peace !
Ape Lanka Community (Sec. Dr. A.P. Sirisena) Thursday, 27 July 2023 07:27 AM
It's a great loss for our nation losing such great people like Amal. Let his soul rest in peace and our deepest sympathies to his family.
Anura Nanayakkara Thursday, 27 July 2023 08:52 AM
Depression is a very big problem among all human beings. It triggers due to various reasons personal or social. Sometimes certain individuals genetically prone for this condition. Lot of research and counselling services should be there to prevent such traumatic events.
Disa Thursday, 27 July 2023 01:06 PM
Our hearts go out to Sanderatne family in these days of sadness. A great loss to the family and to the nation.
Nordis Jane Smith Tuesday, 22 August 2023 02:12 AM
Amal was truly a beautiful human being. Not only brilliant in his chosen work field but also deeply kind, caring, and sensitive to the welfare and well being of others. This sometimes conflicts with the realities of living in a less than kind and just world and troubles the mind of even the most brilliant and educated human beings like Amal. May he truly find peace. My heartfelt sympathy to his family and friends, particularly his wife , son, and parents.
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