Sri Lanka Food Festival 2026 Debuts in Chennai to Boost Tourism and Ties 📈

• Event Overview The Deputy High Commission of Sri Lanka in Chennai successfully hosted the inaugural “Sri Lanka Food Festival 2026” (April 24-26), aimed at strengthening cultural ties and promoting tourism and trade between Sri Lanka and South India. • Key Participation & Engagement Over 700 guests attended the three-day event at Green Meadows Resort. Digital outreach surpassed 25,000 views on social media within 72 hours. Collaboration included the Sri Lanka Tourism Promotion Bureau, Cinnamon Grand Hotel, and the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Foreign Employment and Tourism. • Economic & Sector Highlights Tourism & Hospitality: Featured an expert culinary team from Cinnamon Grand Hotel and the Sri Lanka Police dance troupe to showcase national heritage. Tea: Supported by Tarlton Tea, highlighting a key export sector. Diplomatic & Business Ties: Attended by diplomatic corps, business leaders, and representatives from travel and tourism associations. • Investment & Goodwill Initiatives The Rotary Club of Chennai Coastal announced a commitment to donate an ambulance and renovate 30 schools across Sri Lanka, indicating strengthened bilateral cooperation in healthcare and education infrastructure. • Strategic Impact The festival serves as a platform for diversification of the ICT/BPM and services narrative by leveraging cultural diplomacy to drive arrivals from the South Indian market.