The Sinhala and Tamil New Year Festival program of the Department of Civil Engineering, “Civil Ape Avurudu 2024” was held on the 30th of April 2024 from 08.30 am onwards at the Department premises. This event was coordinated by the 22nd batch of the Civil Engineering Department with the guidance of the Head of the Department, Prof. (Mrs.) Chintha Jayasinghe, to commemorate the Sinhala and Tamil New Year Festival.
The day-long celebration was filled with captivating activities and engrossing games, blending Sinhala and Tamil customs. In addition, the celebration was made even more special with traditional customs, decorations, and food. Undergraduates performed traditional dances and music, enhancing the cultural atmosphere of the event.
The event was well-attended by the academic/non-academic staff and undergraduate and postgraduate students of the Civil Engineering Department, resulting in a joyous event. The attendees had the opportunity to unwind and take a break from their regular busy schedules, making the event a memorable and enjoyable experience for everyone involved. The celebration concluded with the distribution of Avurudu gifts to the game winners and a Vote of Thanks, acknowledging everyone who contributed to the event's success.
The Department of Civil Engineering is proud to organize such diversified events that help to strengthen the sense of community within the Department and provide an opportunity for all the members to come together and celebrate.
