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From left: PCHE Head of Operations and Marketing Charthri Wijenayake, Co-Founder and Director – Academics Yasaara Kaluaratchi, Managing Director and Founder Somesh Perera, McLarens Group Group Managing Director Shehara De Silva, McLarens Lubricants Joint Managing Director Chaminda Gunarathne, and McLarens-3M Chief Executive Officer/Director Dilan Seneviratne
In a powerful celebration of leadership, courage, and empowerment, the Girls on Track inter-school competition, organised by the Student Council of Prospects College of Higher Education (PCHE), was held recently at the Nawam Mawatha public carpark from 7:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m.
Five schools competed in a thrilling display of talent and teamwork with Visakha Vidyalaya emerging as the Winning Team, demonstrating exceptional coordination and racing skill.
Musaeus College secured the 1st Runner-Up position and Gateway International College – Dehiwala claimed the 2nd Runner-Up spot.
Special recognition was also awarded to the fastest drivers on the track, celebrating individual excellence and fearless performance.
The event was designed to inspire young girls to break barriers, discover their strengths, and lead with confidence through a series of engaging challenges.
At the heart of this initiative is McLarens Group, proudly stepping forward as the main sponsor of the event. With its flagship brands Mobil and 3M, McLarens Group brings not only industry excellence but also a deep commitment to fostering inclusive opportunities for the next generation.
McLarens Group Group Managing Director Shehara De Silva, shared her personal journey in motorsports—a story of resilience, passion, and balance. As a businesswoman and mother, De Silva emphasised the importance of creating platforms where young women can explore unconventional paths and thrive.
“Motorsports taught me discipline, courage, and the value of pushing boundaries. Supporting Girls on Track is our way of encouraging young girls to embrace challenges and lead fearlessly,” she said.
Mobil, a global leader in advanced engine oils, and 3M, renowned for its innovation across automotive, construction, industrial and consumer solutions, are both aligned with the event’s mission to promote excellence, performance, and empowerment. Their presence at Girls on Track reflects McLarens Group’s broader vision of driving progress—not just in business, but in society.
