Modi meets delegation of Tamil leaders in Sri Lanka

Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi met a delegation of Tamil political party representatives in Colombo, during his ongoing visit to Sri Lanka. 

The Head of State has conveyed his condolences on the passing of former Tamil National Alliance (TNA) leaders R. Smapanthan and Mavai Senathirajah.

Modi said he reiterated India’s unwavering commitment to a life of equality, dignity and justice for the Tamil community within a united Sri Lanka, and assured that many projects and initiatives launched during his visit will contribute to their social, economic and cultural progress.

“It is always a pleasure to meet the leaders of the Tamil community of Sri Lanka,” Modi posted on ‘X’ (formerly Twitter). 

“Conveyed my condolences on the passing of respected Tamil leaders, Thiru R. Sampanthan and Thiru Mavai Senathirajah, both of whom were personally known to me.” 

“Reiterated unwavering commitment to a life of equality, dignity and justice for the Tamil community within united Sri Lanka. Many projects and initiatives launched during my visit will contribute to their social, economic and cultural progress.”