India and Sri Lanka to fast-track $450 million recovery package

Monday, 11 May 2026 - 22:45

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The implementation of a USD 450 million relief package provided by India for Sri Lanka's post-Cyclone Ditwah reconstruction efforts took centre stage during a meeting yesterday (10).

Indian High Commissioner Santosh Jha met with Deputy Minister of Labour, Finance, and Planning, Dr Anil Jayantha Fernando, to discuss accelerating the aid.

The Ministry of Finance, Planning, and Economic Development noted that the session also focused on further strengthening the strategic partnership between the two nations.


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