Colombo witnessed a vibrant celebration of Diwali as the Indian community in Sri Lanka marked the festival of lights with music, dance and cultural festivities. The event also saw participation from citizens of several other countries, making it a gathering of diverse communities.

Former Sri Lankan President Ranil Wickremesinghe attended the celebrations, which showcased India’s rich cultural traditions through performances, music and festive activities. The celebrations highlighted the role of cultural festivals in bringing communities together and strengthening the longstanding people-to-people ties between India and Sri Lanka.