Cricket legend Roshan Mahanama honoured in New Zealand

Roshan Mahanama flanked by distinguished guests on receiving the award 

By Lakshman Ranasinghe

Sri Lanka cricket legend Roshan Mahanama was presented with a special commemorative award by Indian Newslink at the prestigious Sports, Community, Arts and Culture Award Ceremony in Auckland, New Zealand recently.
Mahanama, a cricketer who maintained the highest traditions of the game and played the game as a true gentleman, won the hearts of the cricket followers all over the world and in his homeland.

The legendary Lankan cricketer was recognised for his outstanding contributions to cricket and his remarkable community service through the Roshan Mahanama Trust.
The event was held at the Swaminarayan Complex in Papatoetoe, South Auckland and attended by over 600 guests which celebrated and honoured 65 individuals from the South Asian community who have excelled in sports, arts, culture and community endeavours. It was attended by Ministers, the leader of the Opposition, members of parliament, notable sports legends from New Zealand and prominent members of the business community.

Mahanama addressing the guests upon receiving the award said, “I am deeply humbled and honoured to receive this prestigious award. It strengthens my resolve to continue my humanitarian efforts through the Roshan Mahanama Trust. 
I extend my heartfelt thanks to the event organisers and the people of New Zealand for their trust and unwavering support to the people of Sri Lanka during these challenging times.”