ICCR in Sri Lanka

ICCR in Sri Lanka Swami Vivekananda Cultural Centre is ICCR centre for 🇱🇰 & cultural arm of High Commission of India.
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The Indian Cultural Centre was established in Colombo in 1998, with the aim of
building bridges of cultural exchange and interaction between India & Sri Lanka. Over the years, the Indian Cultural Centre has firmly established itself on the Sri
Lankan cultural scene and earned a reputation for excellence through its wide ranging multi-faceted activities. The Centre offers classes in Bharatha Natyam, Kathak, Hindustani & Carnatic Vocal Music, Violin, Sitar, Tabla, Hindi and Yoga. For conducting these classes, the Centre draws on a talented and committed
group of Sri Lankan teachers. Over time, the Centre has gained tremendous
popularity with nearly 1500 students enrolled in the various classes conducted at
the Centre. The Centre is also active in organizing performances by Indian and Sri Lankan
artistes, lectures/lecture-demonstrations, workshops exhibitions etc. Over the
last twelve years the Centre has organized performances by several well known
artistes from India and Sri Lanka. The Centre also screens 4-5 Indian films and documentaries every month. The Centre also maintains a well equipped library and reading room with a large
collection of books, newspapers, periodicals, video-cassettes and CD ROMs. The library is open to the public Monday to Saturday, except Wednesdays. The reading room, which is open to the public Monday to Saturday has Indian
and Sri Lankan newspapers (Sinhala, Tamil and English) and Indian periodicals,
magazines and journals in English and Indian languages (Malayalam, Urudu,
Hindi, Telugu and Tamil). Conceiving as a cultural hub of Colombo, Indian Cultural Centre is presently in a
spacious premises situated at a very prominent location at 16/2, Gregory’s Road,
Colombo - 07

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31/03/2026

🎓 Applications invited for CEWET Scholarships

Children of estate workers can apply for scholarships for G.C.E. A/L, undergraduate and vocational/technical education in Sri Lanka.

🗓Deadline: 28 April 2026
📄Apply via: http://hcicolombo.gov.in

📍Forms also available at High Commission of India, Colombo &
India in Sri Lanka - AHCI, Kandy


Ministry of External Affairs, Government of India

24/03/2026

🧘‍♀️Nominations open for the Prime Minister’s Yoga Awards 2026!

Recognizing and honouring outstanding contributions towards the promotion and development of Yoga on the occasion of .

Apply by 05 April 2026: https://awards.gov.in



Ministry of External Affairs, Government of India Ministry of Ayush, Government of India Indian Council For Cultural Relations ICCR in Sri Lanka

Celebrating Ugadi with joy and harmony! The Colombo Prabasandhra Group, in collaboration with ICCR in Sri Lanka, brought...
23/03/2026

Celebrating Ugadi with joy and harmony!
The Colombo Prabasandhra Group, in collaboration with ICCR in Sri Lanka, brought the festive spirit alive with a vibrant celebration filled with music, culture, and togetherness.
Wishing everyone a prosperous Telugu & Kannada new year!

22/03/2026

Tribute to guru srilanka kathak dance ledgend Pt.Vikram Singhe ji (Guru Jinadasa Wickramasinghe ) and pt birju maharaj ji

Performed by Students of guru Vikram Singhe Ghandharva Vidyalaya and under guidance of artistic Director Vihanga Rukshan
In collaboration with Swami Vivekananda Cultural Center

A mesmerizing evening of rhythm, storytelling, and tradition with Edgevin Vihan Dance Company! Yugam paid a heartfelt tr...
22/03/2026

A mesmerizing evening of rhythm, storytelling, and tradition with Edgevin Vihan Dance Company! Yugam paid a heartfelt tribute to the legendary masters of Kathak, celebrating the timeless art, cultural bridges, and artistic brilliance that continue to inspire generations.

Celebrating the vibrant spirit of Gudi Padwa with joy, tradition, and togetherness! In collaboration with M...
19/03/2026

Celebrating the vibrant spirit of Gudi Padwa with joy, tradition, and togetherness!
In collaboration with Maharashtra Mandal, Sri Lanka, the festivities came alive with culture, colors, and community at the Vivekananda Cultural Centre.

From beautiful rituals to heartfelt moments, every frame tells a story of heritage and happiness.
Here’s to new beginnings, prosperity, and the timeless beauty of tradition! 🌿🎉

18/03/2026

Address

16/2, Gregory's Road, Colombo 07
Colombo
00700

Opening Hours

Monday 09:30 - 17:30
Tuesday 09:30 - 17:30
Wednesday 09:30 - 17:30
Thursday 09:30 - 17:30
Friday 09:30 - 17:30

Telephone

+94112684698

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