Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi said that Sri Lanka is passing through difficult times and as a close friend and neighbour, India is providing all possible support to Sri Lanka.
“This includes financial support, support of fuel, food, medicines and other essential items. Many Indian organisations and individuals have sent assistance for their brothers and sisters in Sri Lanka, including Tamils in the north, in the east and in the upcountry,” Modi said addressing at foundation stone laying ceremony of development projects in Chennai on Thursday.
The Prime Minister said India has also spoken strongly in international forum for extending economic support to Sri Lanka.
“India will continue to stand with the people of Sri Lanka and support democracy, stability and economic recovery in Sri Lanka,” Modi said.
“I can never forget my visit to Jaffna a few years ago. I was the first Indian PM to visit Jaffna.The Government of India is undertaking numerous projects to assist the Tamil people in Sri Lanka. These projects cover healthcare, transportation, housing and culture,” he said.
Daily Mirror