Horton and Arunachalam: a Distinct Disparity in Significance
Sri Lanka, Jan. 29 -- The British takeover of Ceylon brought with it many changes
The Article titled 'Choosing between Robert Wilmot Horton and Ponnambalam Arunachalam' regarding the change of street name from Horton Place to Sir Ponnambalam Arunachalam Mawatha,' which appeared on January 23rd, implies that both figures are equally important to Sri Lankans.
The writer says, '.the change cannot take place without an acknowledgement of the contribution of Sir Robert Wilmot Horton to Ceylon. Both Horton and Arunachalam contributed to Ceylon's all-round development each in his own way and as per the opportunities available in their time. Sir Robert Wilmot Horton was Governor of Ceylon between 1831 and 1837, and Sir Ponnambalam Arunachalam, ...
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