PM Modi’s Sri Lanka Visit: Railway Project Inauguration

PM Modi’s Sri Lanka Visit: Railway Project Inauguration

News Today: Indian PM Modi visits Sri Lanka for railway project inauguration

Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi is set to visit Sri Lanka in the first week of April for a three-day official visit. A key highlight of his trip will be the inauguration of the Anuradhapura-Maho railway signaling system, a project funded by India under the Sri Lanka Railways Department.

Modi’s Visit to Anuradhapura

During his visit, Prime Minister Modi will pay homage to the Jaya Sri Maha Bodhi, one of the most sacred Buddhist sites in Sri Lanka. His presence underscores the longstanding cultural and diplomatic ties between India and Sri Lanka.

A preparatory meeting was held at the Provincial Council Assembly Hall, led by North Central Province Governor Wasantha Jinadasa, to organize security and logistical arrangements for the visit. Upon arrival at the Anuradhapura Airport, Governor Jinadasa will welcome Prime Minister Modi, marking the beginning of his official engagements in the historic city.

High-Level Officials at the Meeting

The meeting was attended by several top officials, including:
Provincial Council Secretary Vijaya Wanasinghe
Foreign Affairs Ministry’s Chief of Protocol Maduka Wickramarachchi
Deputy Chief of Protocol Dulmin Varuna
Assistant Chief of Protocol Manduli Katugampala
Protocol Division Head Ranjith Silva
North Central Province Senior DIG Buddhika Siriwardana
Deputy Inspector General of Police I.B.T. Sugathapala
21st Division Commander Wasantha Palamkumbura
Anuradhapura Air Force Base Commander Group Captain A.R. Pathirage

Strengthening Bilateral Relations

Prime Minister Modi’s visit highlights India’s continued support for Sri Lanka’s infrastructure development, with projects such as the Anuradhapura-Maho railway signaling system playing a crucial role in enhancing railway efficiency and safety. This visit is expected to further strengthen India-Sri Lanka relations, fostering economic cooperation and regional stability.