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This Easter, ITC Ratnadipa invites guests to celebrate the season with a delightful brunch experience at the Indian Ocean Pavilion on Sunday, April 5, from 12:30 PM to 3:30 PM. Priced at LKR 9,500 nett per person, with children dining at half rate, the event promises a festive and relaxing afternoon set against the stunning backdrop of the Indian Ocean.

Guests can indulge in an international buffet featuring live cuisine theatres, showcasing a vibrant blend of global spring flavours alongside beloved local favourites. The menu highlights signature dishes such as slow-roasted leg of lamb and honey-glazed Easter ham, complemented by seasonal vegetarian creations, artisan hot cross buns, saffron and almond brioche, and an exquisite selection of desserts including handcrafted chocolate Easter eggs and classic carrot cake. Each dish has been thoughtfully curated to capture the essence of Easter while delivering an elegant dining experience.

Families can also look forward to a range of engaging activities for children at the dedicated kids’ corner, featuring an exciting Easter egg hunt, face painting, a bouncy castle, and a charming Easter mascot, ensuring a fun-filled day for younger guests.

Renowned for its rich flavours and diverse offerings, the buffet caters to a variety of tastes. Set within the Indian Ocean Pavilion, the venue blends upscale holiday dining with a warm, family-friendly atmosphere—making it the perfect setting to celebrate Easter together.

For reservations and inquiries, please contact +94 117 856 500.

CEAT Kelani Holdings was adjudged Sri Lanka’s best-managed company after securing the overall Gold award for Best Management Practices at the 2026 Best Management Practices Company Awards organised by Institute of Chartered Professional Managers of Sri Lanka. In addition to this top honour, the company received four other major accolades, reinforcing its leadership in corporate management excellence.

Among its achievements, CEAT Kelani was named the Sector Winner in the Manufacturing (Tyre & Rubber) category, ranked among the ‘Forty Outstanding Companies,’ and presented with a Best Management Practices Excellence Award. Further highlighting its strong leadership, Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer Ravi Dadlani was recognised with the Leadership Excellence Award.

The CPM Best Management Practices Company Awards recognise organisations across both public and private sectors for excellence in areas such as leadership, strategy, people management, partnerships, processes, and performance.

Commenting on the recognition, Mr Dadlani described the achievement as both an honour and a testament to years of dedication, particularly during challenging times. He emphasised that the accolade reflects the company’s sustained commitment to embedding best-in-class management practices across all levels of the organisation.

He further noted that the company’s Quality-Based Management (QBM) philosophy has played a pivotal role in transforming CEAT Kelani into a more customer-centric organisation, while maintaining strong operational and financial performance. Continuous improvement, driven by digital transformation and employee engagement, remains central to its long-term strategy.

CEAT Kelani’s recognition is underpinned by its focus on aligning quality, processes, and people with overarching business objectives. A key initiative showcased at the awards was the transformation of its customer claim settlement process, enabling inspections to be completed within a single day. This was achieved through a structured Quality Improvement Project (QIP) involving cross-functional teams across Technical Services, Supply Chain, and Distribution, supported by digital integration and process enhancements.

This streamlined and transparent approach has strengthened customer confidence and dealer trust, contributing to growth particularly in the Truck and Light Truck segments. The company has also fostered a culture of total employee involvement by recognising the contributions of teams driving these improvements.

Recognised as Sri Lanka’s most valuable tyre brand by Brand Finance and named the ‘Most Loved Tyre Brand’ in 2025 by LMD, CEAT Kelani sells over 1.2 million tyres annually. The company’s continued rise to market leadership is driven by sustained investments in technology, innovation, and capacity, with manufacturing spanning tyres for passenger vehicles, commercial transport, motorcycles, three-wheelers, and agricultural applications.

In addition to meeting nearly half of Sri Lanka’s domestic tyre demand, CEAT Kelani exports approximately 20 per cent of its production to 16 countries. With investments exceeding Rs. 8.5 billion over the past decade—and a further Rs. 4.5 billion recently committed—the company continues to play a significant role in the national economy while strengthening its position as a trusted partner to the transport sector.