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PM Modi Inks Defence Pact, Boosts Cultural Ties During Visit To Sri Lanka — In Pics

PM Narendra Modi met Sri Lankan President Anura Kumara Dissanayake for bilateral discussions and the signing of several key agreements between India and Sri Lanka.

Written By : ABP Live News | Updated at : 07 Apr 2025 03:14 PM (IST)

Prime Minister Modi visited Sri Lanka last week in a bid to strengthen bilateral ties across sectors, including defence, energy, and connectivity.

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During his recent visit to Sri Lanka, PM Modi and President Dissanayake emphasised on their commitment to work together in a shared vision for fostering alliance between the two nations. (X@narendramodi)

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The two leaders held a bilateral meeting in Colombo signing seven Memorandums of Understanding including on defence cooperation. (PTI)

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During the visit, PM Modi was conferred with the 'Sri Lanka Mitra Vibhushana' award by President Dissanayake. (X@narendramodi)his visit to Sri Lanka, PM Modi was conferred with the 'Sri Lanka Mitra Vibhushana' award by President Dissanayake. (X@narendramodi)

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Modi and Dissanayake jointly inaugurated the upgraded railway line between Maho to Omanthai, along with railway signalling system at Anuradhapura. (X@narendramodi)

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The leaders flagged off Maho-Omanthai railway line, signaling sysytem to Anuradhapura with Indian assistance to boost connectivity and strengthen the India- Sri Lanka Partnership. (X@narendramodi)

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PM Modi wrapped his Sri Lanka visit with a spiritual stop at the Jaya Sri Maha Bodhi temple in Anuradhapura with Sri Lankan President Dissanayake in attendance. (X@narendramodi)

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PM Modi also met Ven Pallegama Hemarathana Nayake Thera, Chief Incumbent of the Great Eight Buddhist Shrines for a warm discussion. (X@narendramodi)

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The PM termed the experience as "truly a humbling moment to worship at one of the most sacred and revered places in Buddhism." "May the teachings of Lord Buddha always guide us," PM Modi said in a post on X. (X@narendramodi)

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Modi offered his prayers to the sacred Mahabodhi tree, symbolising ancient, cultural and spiritual ties between India and Sri Lanka. (X@narendramodi)

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This visit has further enhanced the cultural, economic and historical relations between the two nations for a shared vision for regional peace and progress. (X@narendramodi)