ADr. (Hon) R.A.H.M.C.T.B. Nawagattegama MBM (UoC),
ANDE, EDHRM (UoC), Dip in HRM (UK), Dip in English (UK)
USP et
Manager, Sri Lanka Ex-Servicemen's Institute
R.A.H.M.C.T.B. Nawagattegama is a distinguished former officer of the Sri Lanka Air Force, who served the nation with dedication and integrity for two decades. He commenced his military career in February 1998 after completing his school education at St. Anne’s College, Kurunegala. Upon joining the Sri Lanka Air Force, he was commissioned into the Administrative Branch, where he served with distinction until his retirement in June 2018, at which point he held the rank of Squadron Leader.
Throughout his service, Squadron Leader Nawagattegama demonstrated a strong commitment to both professional excellence and academic advancement.
He successfully completed a Master’s Degree in Business Management at the prestigious University of Colombo. Further recognizing his contributions and achievements, he was conferred with an honorary doctorate by Washington Digital University at a convocation ceremony held in New Delhi in January 2025.
During his Air Force tenure, he also actively contributed to sports administration.
He served as the Assistant Secretary for Aquatic Sports and as the Treasurer for Motor Racing, undertaking these responsibilities as secondary duties. Continuing his involvement in sports management post-retirement, he currently serves as the Assistant Treasurer of the Sri Lanka Billiard and Snooker Association.
In his professional civilian life, he holds the position of Manager and Secretary to the Board of Trustees at the Sri Lanka Ex-Servicemen’s Institute, Colombo, where he continues to contribute to the welfare and administration of ex-service personnel.
Squadron Leader Nawagattegama is married to Miss Shermila Bandara, and they are blessed with three children. His journey reflects a remarkable blend of service, scholarship, and leadership both in uniform and beyond.