Fabindia Sri Lanka is celebrating its first anniversary, marking a year of bringing India’s rich artisanal heritage, sustainable craftsmanship and timeless lifestyle experience closer to Sri Lankan consumers.
Since opening its flagship store at Havelock City Mall in partnership with The Swadeshi Industrial Works PLC, Fabindia has been warmly embraced by customers seeking authentic, handcrafted products that combine culture, quality and conscious living.
The launch introduced one of India’s most respected lifestyle brands to Sri Lanka, offering a diverse range of apparel, home furnishings, accessories and gifts inspired by centuries of traditional craftsmanship.
Over the past year, Fabindia Sri Lanka has evolved beyond a conventional retail destination into a space where heritage meets contemporary living. The brand has attracted customers who value natural fabrics, sustainable practices and products that carry a meaningful story.
Commenting on the milestone, Chulodhara Samarasinghe, Managing Director of The Swadeshi Industrial Works PLC, said:
“Our first year has been an inspiring journey of building connections through craftsmanship, culture and conscious living. We are deeply grateful to our customers, partners and dedicated team for embracing the Fabindia philosophy. As we celebrate this milestone, we remain committed to offering products that are authentic, responsibly made and timeless in their appeal.”
Fabindia’s philosophy of empowering artisan communities, preserving traditional skills and promoting sustainable lifestyles continues to resonate with consumers seeking products with purpose. From handcrafted garments and home accessories to lifestyle collections, the brand combines traditional craftsmanship with contemporary design while supporting the preservation of cultural heritage.
The first anniversary also provides an opportunity for Fabindia Sri Lanka to recognise and thank its loyal customers, whose continued support has played an important role in the success of the brand’s local journey and partnership.
Established in 1960, Fabindia is one of India’s leading lifestyle brands, connecting more than 55,000 artisans and farmers with modern markets. The brand is recognised for its focus on traditional craftsmanship, sustainable sourcing, natural materials and products that celebrate the richness of Indian heritage.
Dr Anton James Becomes First Sri Lankan Fellow of the Psychological Society of Ireland
The Psychological Society of Ireland (PSI) has elected Dr Anton James as a Fellow of the Society, making him the first Sri Lankan psychologist to receive the prestigious distinction.
Fellowship is the highest individual honour awarded by the PSI and is conferred on distinguished psychologists who have demonstrated exceptional psychological knowledge and made outstanding and sustained contributions to the field.
Commenting on the achievement, Dr Anton said the recognition was a deeply meaningful milestone in his professional journey.
“Being elected as a Fellow by my peers in Ireland is a deeply humbling milestone. Sri Lanka is in the early stages of developing its own national professional body for psychologists, so it is a particular privilege to be recognised by the Psychological Society of Ireland this year, having also been elected a Fellow of the British Psychological Society two years ago. This recognition belongs to the educators, therapists and families in Sri Lanka who strive every day for better neurodevelopmental care, and strengthens my resolve to ensure that every child with special needs has access to world class, evidence-based intervention,” he said.
H.E. Kevin Kelly, Ambassador of Ireland to Sri Lanka, personally congratulated Dr Anton on the achievement, while Dr Sarah Cassidy, President of the Psychological Society of Ireland, welcomed him into the Fellowship.
“Dr Anton’s extraordinary dedication to behaviour psychology and his transformative impact on special needs education in Sri Lanka embody the exact excellence the PSI Fellowship stands for. His global footprint and clinical leadership enrich our international psychological community,” Dr Cassidy said.
Dr Anton is a pioneering neurodevelopmental care expert with more than 20 years of international experience. He is the first Sri Lankan-born Board Certified Behaviour Analyst (BCBA) and holds multiple postgraduate qualifications from the University of Manchester and Penn State University.
He is also the founder of The Tree House International, a leading Sri Lankan school specialising in education for children with special needs. In addition, he serves as President of the Behaviour Analysis Registration Board of Sri Lanka, which has a mandate to certify Behaviour Therapists and Behaviour Analysts in the country.
Through his professional work, Dr Anton has contributed to the development of behaviour therapy in Sri Lanka and played a role in establishing regulated behaviour therapy practices in the country.
More recently, he led Merak 2026, a national autism awareness campaign that secured a Guinness World Record for Sri Lanka for the world’s longest sensory board.
Dr Anton’s election as a PSI Fellow marks a significant milestone for Sri Lankan psychology, while recognising his contribution to behaviour psychology, neurodevelopmental care and special needs education both locally and internationally.
Fabindia Sri Lanka Celebrates One Year of Timeless Craftsmanship, Conscious Living and Meaningful Connections
