Indian Secretary of Shringla meets Prime Minister Mahinda Rajapaksa

Secretary Shringla received Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi's "Personal Greetings" and External Affairs Minister Dr.S. The Prime Minister's Office said that Jaishankar's congratulations were added.

The Prime Minister appreciated the steps taken by Prime Minister Modi to promote Buddhist relations. Secretary Shringla said it was one of Prime Minister Modi's top priorities.

Secretary Shringla said India also hopes to get the first pilgrim flight from Sri Lanka to Kushinagar Airport after being upgraded to an international airport.

Another discussion centered on the resumption of the tourism industry. Vaccine machines in both countries are working well and Secretary Shringla spoke about the importance of restarting the relationship.