Nimesha Premachandra to promote Sri Lanka tourism as Mrs. Tourism World 2026

Nimesha Premachandra, the newly crowned Mrs. Tourism World 2026, intends to use her international platform to promote Sri Lanka as a global travel destination. Premachandra, a schoolteacher and television presenter, won the title in Manila, Philippines, on October 2, competing against representatives from approximately 20 countries.

In addition to the primary title, she received several special awards, including Ambassador for Education, Best in Runway, Best in Talent – Silver, and the Woman of Influence Award. Her advocacy initiative, ‘Connecting Cultures. Nurturing Future Citizens,’ focuses on education, women’s empowerment, cultural exchange, and the welfare of underprivileged children.

Premachandra met with Sri Lankan Minister of Foreign Affairs, Foreign Employment and Tourism Vijitha Herath and Deputy Minister of Tourism Prof. Ruwan Ranasinghe to discuss strategies for increasing the country’s visibility. The discussions centered on showcasing Sri Lanka’s natural beauty, cultural heritage, and diverse tourist attractions to international audiences to support the nation’s recovering tourism sector.