People eager to welcome 'Vishwaguru' PM Modi to Sri Lanka

IANS April 4, 2025 133 views

Prime Minister Narendra Modi's arrival in Sri Lanka has generated immense excitement among local citizens who view his visit as a significant diplomatic milestone. Hundreds of people from Indian and Sri Lankan communities are eagerly gathering to welcome Modi, seeing his visit as an opportunity to strengthen bilateral relations. The Prime Minister's trip follows his participation in the BIMSTEC summit and aims to enhance cooperation in defense, trade, and connectivity. Local residents express hope that this visit will bring positive outcomes and further solidify the historical friendship between India and Sri Lanka.

"Whenever he sets foot on any land, that land becomes prosperous." - Vijay Palan, Hindu Swayamsevak Sangh
Colombo, April 4: With Prime Minister Narendra Modi set to arrive in Sri Lanka on Friday from Thailand, Indian and Sri Lankan citizens living in the country have started gathering at the hotel where he will stay to welcome him. Around 500 people from both Indian and Sri Lankan communities are expected to attend the reception.

Key Points

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Modi first foreign leader hosted by new Sri Lankan President

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Visit focuses on defense and economic cooperation

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Celebrating India-Sri Lanka cultural connections

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Emphasizing regional partnership and development

Speaking to IANS, resident Vijay Palan expressed his excitement, saying: "We are very happy to welcome our Vishwaguru, Narendra Modi, to Sri Lanka. We are from the 'Hindu Swayamsevak Sangh,' Sri Lanka branch, and our parent organisation is the Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS). We are delighted that our Vishwaguru Narendra Modi is visiting Sri Lanka. He always promotes the message of 'Vasudhaiva Kutumbakam,' which means that the whole world is one family. He is coming to Sri Lanka to meet a member of this family. Whenever he sets foot on any land, that land becomes prosperous."

Dushyanti Soundhyrajan, another citizen, also shared her excitement, stating: "I am very excited to welcome our Prime Minister. I am a big fan of his, and it's a privilege to see him here."

Another local resident, Damyanti, added: "We all love Prime Minister Narendra Modi very much and are thrilled to welcome him."

Surendra Kumar Ashok, a Colombo resident, emphasised the importance of India-Sri Lanka relations, saying: "We have shared strong ties for many years. This visit is a testament to good neighborly relations. We should support each other in times of crisis and promote our businesses. Strengthening trade and cultural relations between India and Sri Lanka is vital. Many Indian tourists visit here, and the distance from Jaffna to Rameswaram is just 22 miles, offering great opportunities for trade and tourism. This visit will further strengthen the relations between our two countries."

Dayamani Ashok, also from Colombo, highlighted the broader implications of the Indian leader's visit, saying: "I believe Prime Minister Modi's visit will have far-reaching effects. It will bring positive outcomes for both countries, enhancing our relations in trade, tourism, and other sectors. We will support each other's development and move forward together in the spirit of love and cooperation. Welcoming Prime Minister Modi is a historic occasion for us."

Prime Minister Modi left Thailand for Colombo on Friday, with his visit to focus on defence ties and deepening cooperation in energy, trade, and connectivity with Sri Lanka.

His visit follows his participation in the BIMSTEC (Bay of Bengal Initiative for Multi-Sectoral Technical and Economic Cooperation) summit in Bangkok.

He will be the first foreign leader hosted by Sri Lankan President Anura Kumara Dissanayaka since taking office in September. This will mark PM Modi's fourth visit to Sri Lanka since 2015, with his previous visit in 2019.

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Priya K.
So heartwarming to see this enthusiasm! PM Modi truly represents India's global leadership. His visits always bring positive energy and stronger ties between nations 🙏
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Rahul S.
While I appreciate the diplomatic efforts, I hope this visit addresses concrete economic issues too. Trade agreements are great, but let's ensure they benefit common people on both sides.
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Shanika P.
As a Sri Lankan, I'm excited about this visit! Our countries share so much history and culture. Maybe we'll get more direct flights between Colombo and Indian cities? ✈️
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Arjun M.
"Vasudhaiva Kutumbakam" in action! This is why I admire PM Modi - he walks the talk when it comes to global cooperation. The 500 people gathering shows how much he's respected internationally.
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Lakshmi D.
The Jaffna-Rameswaram connection is fascinating! Only 22 miles apart but so much potential untapped. Hope this visit leads to easier travel between these historic places.
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Nimal F.
Fourth visit since 2015 shows real commitment to Sri Lanka-India relations. As neighbors, we should celebrate these growing ties. Looking forward to positive outcomes from the defense and energy talks!

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Narendra Modi Sri Lanka Visit India-Sri Lanka Relations Vishwaguru BIMSTEC Diplomatic Engagement
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