The Founding Vice Chancellor of NSBM Green Prof. E. A. Weerasinghe was proudly honoured during the “Veerabhivandana” felicitation ceremony organized by the Alumni Association of the University of Sri Jayewardenepura. This special event celebrated Prof. Weerasinghe, an esteemed alumnus of the University, for his recent recognition as the Most Visionary Leader of the Year 2025 at the Sri Lankan Entrepreneur Awards.

The ceremony was held under the respectable patronage and presence of Chancellor of the University of Sri Jayewardenepura Ven. Dr. Ittapana Dhammalankara Anu Nayake Maha Thero, the Chief Prelate (Mahanayake) of Kotte Sri Kalayani Samagri Dharma Maha Sangha Sabha of Siyam Maha Nikaya.

Also in attendance were senior officials and staff from the University of Sri Jayewardenepura (USJP), led by Vice Chancellor Senior Professor Pathmalal M. Manage, Senior Professor Sampath Amaratunga, Former Vice Chancellor of USJP, Emeritus Professor Sunil Ariyaratne, the Chancellor of the University of the Visual and Performing Arts as well as members of the alumni association under the leadership of Mr. Gamini Silva, President of the Alumni Association.

Representatives from NSBM Green University, including Deputy Vice-Chancellor Professor Chaminda Ratnayake, deans, heads, family members of Prof. Weerasinghe, and other notable dignitaries were also present to celebrate his remarkable achievements.

For NSBM Green University, Prof. Weerasinghe’s pioneering vision has been the driving force behind the institution’s growth, innovation, and international collaborations. His exceptional leadership, and transformative contribution inspire the NSBM community to uphold excellence, embrace innovation, and make a meaningful impact on society.