Dialog Axiata PLC, the leading connectivity provider in Sri Lanka and an avid supporter of sports, celebrated the remarkable achievements of Rumesh Tharanga and Palitha Bandara in connection with the 2026 Commonwealth Games.
On August 5, 2026, a public parade was organized to honor Sri Lanka’s sporting heroes from the Commonwealth Games. During this celebration, the two athletes visited the Dialog Axiata headquarters, where they were warmly received by Supun Weerasinghe, the Director and Group Chief Executive Officer of Dialog Axiata PLC. He presented them with unique commemorative gifts in recognition of their accomplishments.
Rumesh Tharanga etched his name in history as the first Sri Lankan athlete in track and field to secure a gold medal at the Commonwealth Games. Meanwhile, Palitha Bandara earned a silver medal in para-athletics, further elevating the nation’s status in the sporting arena.
As the Official Telecommunications Partner of the National Olympic Committee of Sri Lanka (NOCSL) leading up to the Los Angeles 2028 Olympic Games, Dialog remains committed to nurturing Sri Lanka’s Olympic dreams by supporting athletes like Rumesh Tharanga. Additionally, Dialog has been a dedicated advocate for the development of para sports in Sri Lanka for 26 years, serving as the primary sponsor and empowering athletes such as Palitha Bandara in their quest for excellence.
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