India reiterated its support for devolution within the framework of a united Sri Lanka on the basis of full implementation of the 13Amendment which would be in line with Tamil aspirations for equality, justice, peace & reconciliation and would strengthen Sri Lanka, Indian High Commission in Colombo.
A five-member Tamil National Alliance (TNA) delegation led by R. Sampanthan called on the High Commissioner Gopal Baglay.
“Various aspects of devolution and developmental aspirations of the people from the North and East were also discussed. The TNA delegation apprised High Commissioner on progress regarding Provincial Council elections which constitutes integral part of Sri Lankan polity and Constitution,” the statement from High Commission said.
The prescheduled meeting took place today at India House. Leader of Ilangai Tamil Arasu Katchi (ITAK) Maavai Senathirajah and TNA Members of Parliament Dharmalingam Sithadthan, Selvam Adaikkalanathan and M.A. Sumanthiran were present during the meeting. High Commissioner was assisted by Deputy High Commissioner Mr Vinod K Jacob and Political Counsellor Mrs Banu Prakash.
The meeting saw discussions on development of the North and East of Sri Lanka and improving connectivity between the two countries in the post-Covid period.
High Commissioner stressed India’s longstanding commitment towards creating social infrastructure such as housing in Sri Lanka that enabled all Sri Lankans including the people from the Northern and Eastern Provinces to enjoy the fruits of peace. He reiterated Indian support for rehabilitation and development in areas such as connectivity, health and education.
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