PM Modi on Sunday will visit Anuradhapura, where he is set to pray at the Jaya Sri Maha Bodhi temple. Following this, he will inaugurate railway projects aimed at linking the northern region of Sri Lanka with the capital. This marks an important part of his ongoing three-day state visit to Sri Lanka, which focuses on strengthening bilateral ties.

Earlier, Prime Minister Modi held productive talks with Sri Lankan President Anura Kumara Dissanayake, where both leaders discussed advancing cooperation in various sectors, including defence, energy, and economic development. PM Modi was ceremoniously welcomed at Independence Square, becoming the first foreign leader to visit Sri Lanka since President Dissanayake assumed office in September 2024.

Significant agreements were signed, including an MoU on Defence Cooperation and a trilateral MoU between India, Sri Lanka, and the UAE for developing Trincomalee as an energy hub. Discussions also centred around strengthening connectivity, resolving issues related to fishermen, and enhancing economic and development cooperation.

Both leaders virtually inaugurated several projects, such as 5,000 solar rooftop units across Sri Lanka and the groundbreaking of the 120 MW Sampur Solar Power project. Modi also announced India’s support for the development of significant cultural sites, including the Thirukoneswaram temple and the Sacred City project.

This visit underscores India’s continued commitment to supporting Sri Lanka’s economic recovery and further deepening bilateral relations.