MAS and NPC share commitment to serve Para Athletes

The Sri Lankan contingent that participated in the Asian Para Games with MAS officials   

By Susil Premalal

MAS Holdings and the Sri Lanka National Paralympics Committee (NPC) has evolved into a dynamic partnership, resonating with a shared commitment to serve Para Athletes to their fullest potential.

The recent felicitation ceremony, held at the Hive Auditorium in Colombo yesterday marked a celebration of the successful journey, breaking barriers and championing inclusivity in the world of sports.

The ceremony was in honour of the 26 Sri Lankan athletes who took part in the Hangzhou 2022 Asian Para Games and brought both glory and recognition to Sri Lanka with 11 medals (two Gold medals, five Silver Medals and four Bronze Medals).

The relationship between MAS Holdings and the NPC has been a testament to the power of shared goals and mutual understanding. Both entities have immersed themselves in comprehending the unique needs and aspirations of Para Athletes in Sri Lanka.

Vice-President of the SLNPC, Priyantha Peiris, expressed his gratitude, stating: “The relationship between MAS Holdings and the National Paralympics Committee has been going from strength to strength in this short span of time simply because both organisations follow a common agenda in serving the Para Athletes to their full potential.”

Peiris further commended MAS’ commitment to innovation, stating: “The NPC is ever grateful to the innovations of MAS in taking these athletes forward. In the recent games in China, it was clearly displayed that clothing is an integral part of your body, and the athletes felt comfortable and enthusiastic.”

The felicitation ceremony not only celebrated the partnership but also showcased the innovative strides made in the design and development of adaptive sportswear. 

MAS Holdings, as the official Clothing Sponsor for the NPC, demonstrated its unwavering support by providing specially designed clothing that surpassed the conventional boundaries of sportswear.

The innovations showcased during the event were not just about aesthetics; they were about functionality and inclusivity.