Sri Lanka Tourism concluded its Kerala roadshow in Thiruvananthapuram on October 30, bringing travel agents, tourism businesses and media together
Thiruvananthapuram: Sri Lanka Tourism concluded its three-city Kerala roadshow with a networking event in Thiruvananthapuram on October 30, 2026. The event brought together tourism representatives from Sri Lanka, travel agents, tour operators, industry associations and media professionals to explore opportunities for stronger tourism ties.
The Sri Lanka Tourism Promotion Bureau (SLTPB) hosted the Sri Lanka Tourism B2B Roadshow & Networking Evening – Kerala Series 2026 at Hilton Garden Inn, Thiruvananthapuram.
The event aimed to strengthen business relationships, promote Sri Lanka as a holiday destination and connect its tourism industry with Kerala’s travel trade.
B2B Meetings Connect Indian and Sri Lankan Businesses
The programme began with registration and refreshments, followed by media networking and business-to-business meetings. Travel agents and tour operators from both countries interacted with Sri Lankan tourism representatives and discussed possible business partnerships.
The media session provided a platform to discuss Sri Lanka’s tourism sector and improve the destination’s visibility among regional audiences.
The formal programme opened with the national anthems of India and Sri Lanka, followed by the traditional lighting of an oil lamp and a token of appreciation ceremony.
Tourism Officials Showcase Sri Lanka
Sanjaya Niroshana, Managing Director of SLTPB, delivered the welcome address and presented Sri Lanka’s tourism offerings. He highlighted the importance of stronger engagement with Indian travel industry partners to expand the destination’s reach.
Shaji Mathew Mulamoottil, Secretary of the Travel Agents Federation of India (TAFI), Kerala Chapter, and Anish Kumar P K, representing the Association of Tourism Trade Organisations India (ATTOI), also addressed the gathering.
Arfaz Nuwaiz, Area Manager – Cochin, SriLankan Airlines, gave an airline presentation accompanied by a promotional video. The presentation highlighted the role of air connectivity in supporting travel between India and Sri Lanka.
Cultural Performances Mark the Evening
The event also featured traditional Sri Lankan dance performances, giving guests a glimpse of the island’s artistic and cultural heritage.
Shirani Herath, Assistant Director of SLTPB, delivered the vote of thanks. The programme concluded with a group photograph and raffle draw, followed by a networking dinner.
Thiruvananthapuram Marks Final Kerala Stop
The Thiruvananthapuram event followed earlier roadshows in Kozhikode on October 26 and Kochi on October 28. Together, the three events formed SLTPB’s Kerala Series 2026.
Through this initiative, Sri Lanka Tourism aimed to strengthen its engagement with Kerala’s travel industry and media. The programme also highlighted India’s importance as a key source market for Sri Lanka.
The island offers several experiences for Indian travellers, including beaches, heritage sites, wildlife, adventure tourism, Ayurveda, wellness retreats, family holidays and spiritual journeys.
