The Central Province Women's Chamber of Small Industries & Commerce recently presented a colourful “Wedding Fest” at the Hotel Suisse that attracted a large and enthusiastic audience. The focus, as the name would suggest, was on brides, bridegrooms and wedding ceremonies. The highlight of the Fest was a bridal show capturing Sri Lanka's cultural diversity in Kandyan, Indian, Muslim, Hindu & Western fashions.

Leading beauticians Deepika Gunasekara, Hashini Gunasekara, Berni Balasuriya and Premasiri Hewawasam conducted beauty and make up demonstrations. Lassana Flora, Telepix, Wanamal Flora, Swarna Mahal, Ranrasa Video Lab (Gampola) and Subramaniams were among the leading business houses from Kandy that participated in the show. The Governor of the Central Province, Mr. Tikiri Kobbekaduwa was the chief guest at the opening ceremony.	Central Province Chief Minister Mr Sarath Ekanayake lighting the traditional oil lamp at the opening ceremony. Standing from left: President of the Women's Chamber of Commerce and Small Industries Central Province Mrs. Rosita Samarajeeva and the Mayor of Kandy Mr. Kesara Senanayake	A part of the bridal show
		The audience at the opening ceremony

Central Province Chief Minister Mr. Sarath Ekanayake, Mayor of Kandy Mr. Kesara Senanayake and the Deputy Mayor Mr. L.B. Aluvihare were the guests of honor.

The President of the Women's Chamber Mrs. Rosita Samarajeewa headed the team that organized the show.

The German donor agency GTZ and the Federation of Chambers of Commerce & Industry of Sri Lanka (FCCISL) were key sponsors of the event.