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Sri Lankan PM Harini Amarasuriya Begins Three-Day India Visit With Talks in New Delhi

The visit underscores a push to deepen education-led cooperation under India’s MAHASAGAR Vision and Neighbourhood First policy.

Overview

  • India’s Ministry of External Affairs confirmed her arrival in New Delhi on October 16 for her maiden official visit as prime minister, running through October 18.
  • External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar met Amarasuriya on Thursday and said they discussed India’s continued support and plans to strengthen cooperation in education and capacity building.
  • Amarasuriya will deliver the keynote address at the NDTV World Summit and attend a business event aimed at boosting trade and investment ties.
  • Her programme includes visits to IIT Delhi and NITI Aayog to explore collaboration on education, innovation and technology.
  • The Sri Lankan leader engaged with her alma mater, Hindu College, where campus ceremonies included a guard of honour, a tree planting and the unveiling of a sociology lab board.