India continues to believe in Sri Lanka’s strength; resilience; and ability to rise in all its glory even after facing disastrous situations.
This was stated by Indian High Commissioner in Sri Lanka Taranjit Singh Sandhu when he participated as the guest of honour at the Sri Lanka India Society (SLIS) ceremony organised to celebrate India’s 73rd Independence Day in Colombo yesterday.
He added that Indian tourists are back in big numbers in Sri Lanka, driving all the supply chains in the Lankan economy.
Indian companies continue to participate whole heartedly in Conferences and Exhibitions in Sri Lanka and are making substantial investments in the island nation
Indian High Commissioner said that in Sri Lanka, the scourge of Jehadi terrorism raised its ugly head during Easter attacks, which was an attack not just against Sri Lanka, but against the whole of humanity who believe that all human beings are essentially one.
He noted that the Prime Minister of India was the first world leader to visit Sri Lanka after the Easter attacks in a solidarity visit to underline that India is with Sri Lanka in these difficult times.
Minister Sagala Ratnayaka chief guest at the event underscored the special bond between India and Sri Lanka exemplified by the centuries old cultural ties, shared interests and common way of life.
Justice S. Thurairajah, Justice of the Supreme Court of Sri Lanka, President of SLIS Mr T.S. Prakash, members of the Diplomatic community, leaders of the industry, and other dignitaries were among those present.
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