Royal College issues apology over controversial incident at Cycle Parade
Royal College Colombo has issued an official apology following an incident during the Royal College Cycle Parade 2025, where a student was seen mishandling a wooden cross, a significant Christian symbol.
In a statement, Acting Principal L.W.K. Silva confirmed that the act was “completely unsanctioned by Royal College” and went against the school’s values as a multi-faith institution.
The incident, which took place on Ash Wednesday, has drawn concern from the school administration.
This is a clip from yesterday’s vehicle parade at Royal College, Colombo. What’s with the cross? Please comment if you know why the boys are waving a cross—a Christian symbol more commonly associated with their friendly rival, St. Thomas’ College. Yesterday was also Ash Wednesday
