Srilanka, June 30 -- Esteemed historian and academic Professor Malani Edagama, who dedicated her life to teaching and documenting Sri Lankan history, passed away today (June 30).

Professor Edagama entered university in the early 1980s and went on to serve as both Doctor and Professor for over four decades. In recognition of her exceptional academic contributions, she was honored with the title of Distinguished Professor by the University Senate Committee.

At the time of her passing, she was serving as the Secretary of the Mahavamsa Compilation Panel, a key body responsible for continuing the chronicle of Sri Lanka's historical record.

Professor Edagama authored several significant works, including "History of the Village Council Syste...