The Old Nalandians’ Sports Club (ONSC) proudly announces the Opening Ceremony and Ceremonial Handing
Over of the ONSC BOXING ARENA, a landmark sports development project initiated by ONSC and powered
by Sanima Holdings (Pvt) Ltd., aimed at strengthening the proud boxing tradition of Nalanda College.
In 2023, Nalanda College was privileged to receive an international-standard boxing ring, generously
facilitated through Mr. Dian Gomes. Under the leadership and guidance of the President of ONSC, Mr.
Dinuka Chandraratne, the Club undertook the initiative to construct a dedicated boxing arena within the
College Grounds, enabling young boxers to train in a professional environment with full ring experience.
The Opening Ceremony and Ceremonial Handing Over of the ONSC Boxing Arena to Nalanda College will be
held under the patronage of the Principal of Nalanda College, Mr. U. D. Iran Champika Silva, on Thursday,
26th March 2026 at 3.00 p.m. at the College Grounds.
The occasion will be graced by Distinguished Old Nalandian and 1960 Olympic Boxer, DIG (Rtd) Sumith
Liyanage, as the Chief Guest, while Distinguished Old Nalandians Mr. Malinda Karangoda, Chairman of
Sanima Holdings (Pvt) Ltd., and Mr. Nalin P. Jayasinghe, Former Captain of the Sri Lanka National Boxing
Team, will attend as Guests of Honour.
This initiative marks a significant milestone during the Centennial Year of Nalanda College, reaffirming the
commitment of the Old Nalandians’ Sports Club towards developing sporting excellence and providing
future generations with world-class training facilities.
The Old Nalandians’ Sports Club warmly invites your esteemed media organisation to cover this special
occasion and extend your valued media coverage.
Opening Ceremony of ONSC BOXING ARENA
Thursday, 26th March 2026
At 3.00pm – 4.30pm
At Nalanda College, Main Grounds
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