Diabetasol has unveiled its new “Keep Life in Rhythm” campaign, featuring Kalasuri Channa Wijewardena, Founder and Creative Director of the internationally acclaimed Channa-Upuli Dance Troupe, as its brand ambassador.
The campaign is built around the idea that every individual has a unique rhythm shaped by their passions, relationships and daily routines. It seeks to challenge the perception that a diabetes diagnosis must put those aspects of life on hold, instead highlighting the importance of maintaining balance through discipline, appropriate nutrition and healthy lifestyle choices.
Wijewardena’s involvement reflects this message through his own demanding creative career. As the driving force behind one of Sri Lanka’s respected dance ensembles, his work requires sustained energy, commitment and discipline, offering a personal perspective on managing diabetes while continuing to pursue professional and personal passions.
“Having diabetes for me is about finding the right balance, being disciplined about my choices and taking care of myself,” Wijewardena said. “I still want to enjoy my work, my passions and my everyday life. Diabetes is something I manage, but it doesn't define who I am.”
Nutrition forms a key part of the campaign’s message. Kishan Canagasabey, Head of Nutrition at Kalbe and a qualified nutritionist, emphasized that people managing diabetes need to consider whether a nutritional product is appropriate for their specific dietary requirements.
“When someone with diabetes considers a nutritional drink, the real question isn't just whether it's nutritious — it's whether it's the right choice for their condition,” he said. “Research has moved well past the idea that one formula suits everyone. For someone managing diabetes, that distinction matters.”
According to the company, Diabetasol has been developed with the nutritional needs of people living with diabetes in mind. Its formulation includes a low glycemic index, which allows carbohydrates to be absorbed more gradually, together with high protein, fibre, no added sucrose, and essential vitamins and minerals.
Nuwara Eliya NextGen Skills Showcase Highlights Resilience, Inclusion and Equal Opportunities in Education
Young students from three Tamil-medium estate-sector schools took the spotlight at the NextGen Skills Awards Ceremony and Student Showcase, held at Araliya Green Hills on 19 September 2026, celebrating their achievements in confidence, creativity, leadership and teamwork.
The event featured student performances including speeches, drama and dance, offering participants an opportunity to demonstrate the skills and confidence developed throughout the pilot programme. More than 100 students received certificates, while Peer Group Leaders, Teacher Supervisors, school leaders and education partners were also recognised for their contributions.
The ceremony marked a key milestone in the British Council’s NextGen Skills pilot, implemented with support from the Ministry of Education, Higher Education and Vocational Education, the Central Provincial Department of Education, the Nuwara Eliya Zonal Education Office and three participating schools: Holbrook Tamil Maha Vidyalaya, Agarapathana Tamil Maha Vidyalaya and Saumiyamoorthy Thondaman College.
Building on lessons from the British Council’s girls-focused English for Digital and Girls Education (EDGE) programme, NextGen Skills has adapted the approach to the Sri Lankan context through inclusive, mixed-gender and peer-led after-school clubs.
The pilot engaged 142 students, primarily between the ages of 12 and 15, including 43 students who were trained as Peer Group Leaders.
Through practical and collaborative activities, participants developed skills in English communication, digital literacy, social-emotional learning, leadership and broader life skills. Peer Group Leaders were trained to facilitate activities, encourage participation and create an environment where students could learn from and support one another.
Reflecting on the students’ progress, Anju Moses, Head of English and School Education at the British Council in Sri Lanka, noted that many participants initially joined the programme quietly and with limited confidence, but gradually became more willing to participate, build friendships, take leadership roles and express themselves.
She described this transformation as “the heart of NextGen Skills”, highlighting how the programme encouraged young people to view themselves and their potential differently.
As the first participants in the pilot, the students’ experiences and achievements are expected to provide a foundation for expanding similar opportunities to other young people in the future.
Kalasuri Channa Wijewardena Named Brand Ambassador for Diabetasol
