Anura C. Perera presents his stamps

The well-known science writer and astronomer Anura C. Perera has played an important role in popularizing astronomy and space science in Sri Lanka since the 1960s. A series of commemorative stamps issued by the Philatelic Bureau of the Postal Department was released in honor of Anura C. Perera’s contributions, and his birthday was celebrated last week. He had the opportunity to present his stamp series to the well-known publisher H.D. Premasiri recently. The presentation was held at the BMICH in Colombo.

Pictured from left to right: Astronomer Anura C. Perera, Sarasavi Managing Director H.D. Premasiri, Professor J.B. Disanayaka, Sarasavi Director Kumuduni D. Haputanthri, and Gem Cities Astro President and Science Writer Rusin Thathsara, who designed the commemorative stamp series. This memorable day was also used to celebrate the 80th birthday of H.D. Premasiri, who has accomplished a unique mission in the field of book publishing.

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