Vice President C.P. Radhakrishnan has wrapped up a fruitful two-day trip to Sri Lanka and headed back to New Delhi. During his visit, significant outcomes were achieved to enhance the bilateral relations between the two countries. Notable achievements include the relaxation of OCI eligibility for sixth-generation Indian Origin Tamils, facilitating easier travel to India.
The visit also involved the handover of houses to plantation workers under the Indian Housing Project Phase III, the announcement of the resumption of the Northern Railway Line, and the installation of three new Bailey bridges for post-Cyclone Ditwah rehabilitation. Various agreements were reached, covering areas such as enhanced estate worker scholarships, improved health facilities, farmer clusters, Ayurveda projects, and Sri Lanka’s inclusion in the International Big Cat Alliance.
Vice President Radhakrishnan’s itinerary included visits to religious sites like the Seetha Amman Temple and the Hanuman Kovil in Sri Lanka. These visits symbolize the deep cultural and historical ties between India and Sri Lanka. The Vice President expressed satisfaction in meeting the Indian-origin Tamil community and reiterated India’s commitment to their welfare, highlighting the provision of housing assistance to Tamil families in Sri Lanka.
