Mr. Sachin Wijayasinghe Inspires at TEDxUSriJayewardenepura Event with Vision for Smart Cities

Mr. Sachin Wijayasinghe, an academic staff member from the Department of Commerce, captivated the audience at the TEDxUSriJayewardenepura event with his powerful speech on “Smart Cities Beyond Technology: Let’s Stick to Our Values.” As an accomplished academic and passionate advocate for social change through sports, Sachin shared his unique insights and experiences that left a lasting impact on all attendees. The video is now available on the TEDx Channel on YouTube, which has 41 million Subscribers.

In his talk, Sachin highlighted that while technology is growing at an explosive rate and forms the core of smart city operations, the integration of values and culture is what truly breathes life into a city. He emphasized that creating vibrant and cohesive communities is essential for withstanding modern-day challenges. By sticking to our values, Sachin argued, we can ensure that the development of smart cities goes beyond mere technological advancements and fosters a more inclusive and resilient urban environment.

TEDxUSriJayewardenepura organized by the Invention and Venture Creation Council (IIVCC) of the University, was the first ever TEDx event Organized in a University in Sri Lanka.

For more details, visit the TEDx Event Page.