NMP's retained

S. Thomas' College retained the Dr. N. M Perera memorial challenge trophy beating Royal College in a closely contested Final on the 17th of April. The adjudicators split 3-2 in awarding the victory to S. Thomas'. Prawira Saldin was adjudged the best speaker at the competition.

The Dr. N. M Perera memorial challenge trophy was organized for the 19th time this year by a DC member school, Ananda College. The tournament is however,not endorsed by the Debaters' Council.

It is also noteworthy that the tournament has been won by S. Thomas' College 7 times over its 19 year history.