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The Sri Lanka Skills Expo was scheduled for 23–25 October at Viharamahadevi Park and Green Path in Colombo, with a focus on vocational education and employment-related skills.
Deputy Minister Nalin Hewage announced the arrangements on 19 October. The Education Ministry and Agriculture Sector Skills Council jointly organised the exhibition.
More than 24,000 students from outside the Western Province had registered, according to the announcement. Young visitors were invited to explore training opportunities and pathways suited to industry needs.
The deputy minister highlighted the mismatch between job seekers’ skills and available employment. The expo aimed to improve awareness of vocational options and help students understand how practical training could support future careers.
Source: news.lk
