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Dr. Kumaraswamy Balachandra
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Dr. Kumaraswamy Balachandra – Consultant Psychiatrist and Champion of Equality
It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of Dr. Kumaraswamy Balachandra. While he was a distinguished psychiatrist who served in both Sri Lanka and the UK, he will be remembered most for the vibrant, generous, and joyful life he led.
A proud "Patrician", Dr. Balachandra spoke often and fondly of his formative years at St. Patrick’s College in Jaffna. After emigrating to …
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Born
April 7th, 1939
Passed away
January 9th, 2026
Southampton, UK
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