🇮🇳 India Marks 80th Independence Day with Cultural & Bilateral Events in Sri Lanka

• Diplomatic Highlights: High Commissioner Santosh Jha hoisted the Indian Tricolor at India House, Colombo, as part of the global _Suryapath Tiranga_ relay. Homage was paid at the IPKF Memorial to honor fallen Indian soldiers. • People-to-People Ties: Record participation by Sri Lankans in the special edition of the _Bharat ko Janiye_ (Know India) Quiz. The top local winners were felicitated at the main celebration. • Cultural Initiatives: Events included art workshops (Madhubani and Warli), the India-Sri Lanka Maitri Painting Competition, and the India Through My Lens photography contest. • Public Engagement: Celebrations featured the "Swar Sangam" musical fusion concert with Veena Maestro Rajhesh Vaidhya and Sri Lankan artist Yohani, alongside India Fest 2026 at Havelock City Mall showcasing fashion, cuisine, and handicrafts. Special events were also held in Kandy, Jaffna, and Hambantota.