Srilanka, March 12 -- Senior correspondent A.A.L. Dias has passed away at the age of 81. A respected figure, Dias began his career in 1974 as a regional journalist for the Dinamina newspaper at Lake House. He served as an administrative officer at the Sri Lanka Mahaweli Authority, contributing significantly to public service.

He was a father to two daughters and a son. Remains kept at his residence, No. 11/D, Kurunegala Road, Thalakiriyagama. Final rites will be held today (12) at 6 pm at the Dambulla Crematorium.

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