Colombo Set to Celebrate India Week 2026

Colombo is set to come alive this March as India Week 2026, hosted and presented by the Indian Alliance, makes its much-anticipated debut. Taking place from 10 to 18 March 2026, the week-long celebration will spotlight the richness, diversity, and evolving global influence of India through culture, cuisine, business, cinema, fashion, and creative exchange.

India Week 2026 will feature a curated series of flagship events designed to engage the public, industry leaders, creatives, and policymakers alike, while celebrating the deep cultural and historical ties shared between Sri Lanka and India.

Key Events at India Week 2026

• India Week Premier – An exclusive gala, marking the official launch of India Week, featuring live music, dance performances, and a specially curated menu by international chefs, with partners and sponsors in attendance.
• Indian Fashion Week – A vibrant showcase bringing Indian and Sri Lankan designers together on one stage, celebrating craftsmanship, creativity, and cross-cultural style.
• Indian Expo – A premium exhibition platform featuring high-end Indian and Sri Lankan companies across key industries, highlighting innovation, trade, and investment opportunities.
• Indian Food Festival – A city-wide culinary celebration offering special menus and promotional pricing at designated food stalls and selected restaurants, making authentic Indian flavours accessible to the public.
• Indian Film Festival – Screenings of five acclaimed Indian and Tamil films, celebrating the storytelling power and global appeal of Indian cinema.
• Indian Shopping Festival – A retail-focused experience with curated vendor stalls offering fashion, lifestyle products, handicrafts, and specialty items.
• Indian CEO Forum – A thought-leadership platform featuring prominent speakers discussing business, the economy, technology, and emerging opportunities between India and Sri Lanka.
• Indian Political Forum – A dialogue-driven forum bringing together former and current political leaders to examine regional cooperation, diplomacy, and policy perspectives.
• Bollywood Night – A high-energy musical evening celebrating Bollywood music, performance, and entertainment.
• Holi Festival – A colourful outdoor celebration filled with music, colour, and festivity, embracing the joy and unity of one of India’s most iconic cultural festivals.

Designed as a people-centric celebration as much as a strategic platform, India Week blends culture, commerce, and community into one inclusive national experience.

India Week 2026 also presents opportunities for corporates, institutions, cultural organisations, and industry stakeholders to collaborate across its diverse events. With platforms spanning culture, business, policy, and public engagement, the initiative welcomes partnerships that contribute to meaningful exchange and long-term value creation.

Who Should Attend

India Week 2026 is open to all Sri Lankans and visitors who wish to experience the richness and diversity of Indian culture, flavours, creativity, and ideas. The week-long celebration welcomes a broad and diverse audience, including:

• Sri Lankans interested in exploring Indian culture, business, cuisine, cinema, and fashion
• The Indian expatriate and diaspora community in Sri Lanka
• Cinema lovers and Bollywood enthusiasts
• Students, scholars, and academics
• Art, fashion, and cultural enthusiasts
• Business leaders, entrepreneurs, and investors
• Media professionals, creators, and influencers
• Anyone who enjoys Indian food, music, films, festivals, and cultural experiences

India Week is coming soon, and Colombo is ready to celebrate India — its stories, its people, and its global spirit.

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