1 / 11PM Modi Concludes Sri Lanka Visit | Prime Minister Narendra Modi departed for India on Sunday, April 6, after concluding his official visit to Sri Lanka. The visit followed his participation in the BIMSTEC summit in Thailand and focused on deepening bilateral cooperation across multiple sectors. (Image: PMO India/X)
2 / 11Extensive Bilateral Talks with President Dissanayake | During the visit, PM Modi held comprehensive discussions with Sri Lankan President Anura Kumara Dissanayake. The talks covered strategic cooperation, regional security, economic support, and the political aspirations of the Tamil community in Sri Lanka. (Image: PTI)
3 / 11Defence Pact Signed to Institutionalise Military Cooperation | India and Sri Lanka signed a key defence agreement to formalise and institutionalise military cooperation. This marks a new phase in defence ties between the two nations, decades after the withdrawal of Indian Peace Keeping Forces (IPKF) from Sri Lanka. (Image: PTI)
4 / 11Joint Emphasis on Regional Security and Mutual Assurance | PM Modi highlighted that the security of India and Sri Lanka is interdependent. President Dissanayake assured that Sri Lankan territory will not be used in any way that threatens India’s or the region’s security interests. (Image: PMO India/X)
5 / 11Seven Agreements Signed, Including Trincomalee Energy Hub Deal | A total of seven MoUs were signed, covering defence, energy, digitalisation, and development. Notably, a trilateral agreement involving India, Sri Lanka, and the UAE was signed to develop Trincomalee as a strategic energy hub. (Image: PTI)
6 / 11Agreements on Power Grid Connectivity and Digital Cooperation | The two sides agreed on establishing connectivity between their power grids and signed agreements to share digital solutions. India also committed multi-sectoral grant assistance to Sri Lanka’s Eastern Province. (Image: PTI)
7 / 11Debt Restructuring Agreement for Economic Assistance | India finalised a debt restructuring agreement with Sri Lanka as part of its ongoing economic assistance. PM Modi stated this would ensure immediate financial relief for the Sri Lankan people. (Image: PMO India/X)
8 / 11Inauguration of India-Assisted Projects | PM Modi and President Dissanayake virtually inaugurated several India-assisted projects. These included the Sampur solar power plant and other infrastructure developments supported by Indian grants and expertise. (Image: PTI)
9 / 11Engagement with Tamil Leaders and Call for Provincial Elections | Modi met a delegation of Tamil leaders from the Northern and Eastern provinces. He reiterated India’s support for a life of dignity, justice, and equality for Tamils in a united Sri Lanka and urged Colombo to hold long-pending provincial council elections. (Image: PTI)
10 / 11Interaction with 1996 Sri Lankan World Cup-Winning Team | PM Modi interacted with members of Sri Lanka’s 1996 World Cup-winning cricket team, calling their victory inspirational for countless sports fans. He shared the moment on social media, referring to the enduring “cricket connect” between the nations. Team members including Aravinda de Silva, Sanath Jayasuriya, Chaminda Vaas, and others presented him with a memento. (Image: PTI)
11 / 11Honours, Cultural Visits, and Railway Project Inauguration | Sri Lanka awarded PM Modi its highest civilian honour, Mithra Vibhushana, in recognition of his role in enhancing bilateral ties. He also visited the Jaya Sri Maha Bodhi temple in Anuradhapura, paid tribute at the IPKF Memorial, and jointly inaugurated the Maho-Omanthai railway line upgrade with President Dissanayake. (Image: PTI)
