A national dialogue on heritage, coexistence & conservation.
Organised by the Faculty of Veterinary Medicine & The Elephant Promise Foundation
The highest density of Asian elephants in the world — and a crisis that can't wait.
Habitat loss, human–elephant conflict, and welfare challenges for captive elephants demand urgent, evidence-based national dialogue. Alimankada 2026 is that dialogue.
Two days. Two themes.
One shared mission — the future of Sri Lanka's elephants.
DAY 1 — AUG 1
Domestic Elephants
Heritage, Care & Ethical Stewardship
- Opening Ceremony with Hon. Diyawadana Nilame
- Panel: Issues Faced by Domestic Elephant Owners
- Panel: Medicine of Elephants & Veterinary Challenges
- Panel: Life of an Elephant Caretaker (Mahout)
- Special Discussion with Prof. Dangolla
DAY 2 — AUG 2
Wild Elephants
Conservation, Conflict & Coexistence
- Opening Address by Minister of Wildlife
- Panel: Current Situation by Wild Elephant Experts
- Panel: Human–Elephant Conflict & Conservation
- Panel: Life of Wild Elephants & Challenges
- Panel with Dr. Chaminda Fernando
Special Initiatives
Three national projects running alongside Alimankada 2026.
Photography Competition
Island-wide competition open to all Sri Lankans — capture the world of elephants through your lens.
Art Competition
School and university students nationwide explore the human–elephant relationship through art.
Elephant Database Launch
Public launch of the first comprehensive Sri Lankan Domestic Elephant Database and website.
The Elephant Promise Foundation
Be part of the change.
Researchers, students, professionals, conservationists, and passionate citizens — register now to secure your place at Alimankada 2026.
Register for Alimankada 2026