The Institute of Human Resource Advancement (IHRA), University of Colombo, warmly welcomed the new students of the Bachelor of Labour Management (BLM) programme for the 2026/2027 academic year through “Miyasi Mithudam” (“මියැසි මිතුදම්” පැදුරු සාජ්ජය), a musical evening organised by the BLM 2025/2026 batch students.
The event was organized to welcome the new entrants to the BLM programme and provide them with an opportunity to begin their university journey in a spirit of friendship, unity, and togetherness. The musical evening created a lively atmosphere, bringing students together through music, entertainment, and fellowship.
The occasion was honored by Rev. W. Wimalarathana Thero, Emeritus Professor in the Department of Economics, University of Colombo, and the event was graced by Prof. D. A. C. Suranga Silva, Director of IHRA, University of Colombo. Other distinguished participants included Prof. Sagara Chandrasekara, Dr. Wijayantha Ukwatte, Mr. Nihal Hewage, and Ms. Sugandika Sandamali, Senior Lecturers at IHRA, University of Colombo; Dr. Rajitha De Silva of the Faculty of Management and Finance, University of Colombo; Ms. Gayani Lasantha, Senior Assistant Librarian (Acting)/ IHRA Library; Ms. Chandrika Godage, Deputy Registrar (Examinations); and Mr. Charitha Bandara, Senior Assistant Bursar, and academic support and non-academic staff members of IHRA, University of Colombo.
The participation of the university’s academic and administrative representatives highlighted the Institute’s commitment to creating a welcoming and supportive learning environment for its students.
The musical evening was a memorable occasion for the incoming BLM students, strengthening the bonds between senior and junior students while marking the beginning of a new chapter in their academic journey. The initiative taken by the BLM 2025/2026 batch demonstrated the spirit of friendship, cooperation, and community that the Institute encourages among its students.
IHRA extends its best wishes to the BLM 2026/2027 freshers for a successful, rewarding, and memorable university experience.
Institute of Human Resource Advancement (IHRA), University of Colombo
“Advancing Human Resources for a Productive and Progressive Society.”
