First student at Thurstan College Prasanna Abeyratne A feat reminisced as a record can never be broken, while Thurstan College celebrated 75 Glorious Years in Existence with Excellence – By Sunil Thenabadu Prasanna Abeyratne was born on 05th January 1945 an Octogenarian now was the first student registered on the 11th January 1950 at prestigious Thurstan College Today, all past and present Thurstanites proudly celebrated with Pirith ceremonies and related functions to mark the 75th anniversary of Thurstan College, a beacon of education, tradition, and achievements. During the 75 years, Thurstan has been shaping futures, nurturing leaders, and building a legacy of excellence. From academics to sports, arts to innovation, having stood tall as a unified family during this momentous milestone with pride and gratitude. Prasanna is the eldest sibling ,among four all boys born to humble parents in Mt Lavinia,father was a station master mother a housewife .On the eleventh cold ...