We are very sad to hear the news. Our heartfelt condolences to Mahalingam's family. He was a dear friend and a great man. He made a great contribution to the life of numerous students of North and East in Sri Lanka. I am unable to think Mahalingam is gone out of this world. He will be remembered by thousands of students whose life was uplifted by him. He was the main cause to bring light to their life. I greatly miss my dear friend.