Desh Bhagat University (DBU), NAAC A+ accredited, hosted Her Excellency Ms. Pradeepa Mahishini Colonne, Hon’ble High Commissioner of Sri Lanka to India, at its Mandi Gobindgarh campus.

The visit coincided with the celebration of Lohri, symbolising cultural warmth, gratitude and new beginnings, reflecting strong India–Sri Lanka ties.

The High Commissioner visited the International Centre for Buddhism and Interfaith Studies and appreciated DBU’s efforts to promote peace, compassion, harmony and interfaith dialogue.

Dr. Zora Singh, Hon’ble Chancellor, DBU, announced a special scholarship initiative for Sri Lankan students.

Scholarships include two full-fee scholarships for regular on-campus programmes and ten full scholarships for UGC-entitled online programmes.

Vice-Chancellor Dr. Harsh Sadawarti highlighted education as a bridge between nations and reaffirmed DBU’s commitment to academic collaboration with Sri Lanka.

Ms. Colonne appreciated the initiative and underlined the role of educational diplomacy in strengthening people-to-people ties.

The visit concluded with discussions on future academic partnerships, research collaboration and cultural exchange.

Desh Bhagat University, Mandi Gobindgarh, had the privilege of hosting Her Excellency Ms. Pradeepa Mahishini Colonne, Hon’ble High Commissioner of Sri Lanka to India, during a visit marked by cultural celebration and academic vision. Coinciding with the festival of Lohri, the visit highlighted the deep-rooted civilisational and cultural bonds between India and Sri Lanka. During the occasion, Dr. Zora Singh, Hon’ble Chancellor of DBU, announced a special scholarship initiative offering full-fee scholarships to deserving Sri Lankan students, reinforcing educational cooperation between the two nations. The High Commissioner appreciated DBU’s commitment to education, interfaith harmony and international collaboration, while discussions on future academic and research partnerships further strengthened the spirit of mutual growth and global engagement.