India Fest 2025

A three-day cultural festival marking India’s Independence Day, opened today in Colombo. Organized in collaboration with the Swami Vivekananda Indian Cultural Centre and the High Commission of India, the event runs from 15 to 17 August. The opening ceremony was attended by distinguished guests, including High Commissioner of India to Sri Lanka, Santosh Jha. The festival features Indian cultural performances, food and beverages, as well as stalls selling textiles and decorative items. Pix by Kithsiri de Mel