Indian Vice President to Undertake First Bilateral Visit to Sri Lanka

Indian Vice President Shri C.P. Radhakrishnan is scheduled to arrive in Sri Lanka for a two-day official visit from April 19 to 20. This visit marks a significant diplomatic milestone as it will be the first bilateral visit by an Indian Vice President to Sri Lanka. During his stay, Vice President Radhakrishnan is expected to hold bilateral discussions with President Anura Kumara Disanayaka and Prime Minister Harini Amarasuriya, alongside meetings with other political and community leaders, and representatives of the Indian diaspora. The agenda includes strengthening long-standing ties, discussing post-"Ditwa" cyclone rehabilitation efforts, and exploring development cooperation, with Sri Lanka recognized as a key partner in India's Vision MAHASAGAR. The visit aims to further enhance the recently strengthened diplomatic relations between the two nations.