PM Modi visits Jaya Shri Mahabodhi Temple with his 'friend'
Prime Minister Narendra Modi, who is on a three-day visit to Sri Lanka, visited the Jaya Shri Mahabodhi Temple in Anuradhapura on Sunday to seek blessings, along with the coastal island's President Anura Kumara Dissanayake.
PM Modi receives ceremonial Guard of Honour from the Sri Lankan Air Force
He also received a ceremonial Guard of Honour from the Sri Lankan Air Force upon his arrival at the historic city of Anuradhapura.
Priest ties Raksha Sutra on PM Modi's hand
The chief priest of the temple tied a 'Raksha Sutra' (protective thread) on PM Modi's hand as he offered prayers and sought divine blessings.
PM Modi's deeply humbling moment at temple
After his visit to Jaya Sri Maha Bodhi in Anuradhapura, PM Modi termed the sacred Jaya Sri Maha Bodhi a living symbol of peace.
"Offered prayers at the sacred Jaya Sri Maha Bodhi in Anuradhapura with President Dissanayake. It's a deeply humbling moment to be at one of the most revered sites in Buddhism. It is a living symbol of peace, enlightenment and spiritual continuity. May the teachings of Lord Buddha always guide us," he said.
PM Modi and Dissanayake launch India-backed railway projects
PM Modi and Dissanayake jointly launched the signalling system for the Maho-Anuradhapura railway line, a project supported by the Indian government. They also jointly flagged off a train at Anuradhapura Railway Station.
'Boosting connectivity and enhancing friendship'
After launching the projects, PM Modi said India is proud to assist Sri Lanka in various aspects of their development. He added that this activity boosted their friendship and connectivity.
'India is proud to support Sri Lanka'
In a post on X, PM Modi said, "Boosting connectivity and enhancing friendship! In Anuradhapura, President Anura Kumara Dissanayake and I jointly inaugurated the track upgradation of the existing Maho-Omanthai railway line. The signalling project which involves the installation of an advanced signalling and telecommunication system along the Maho-Anuradhapura section was also launched. India is proud to support Sri Lanka in various aspects of their development journey."
PM Modi inaugurates Sampur Solar Power Plant
PM Modi and Dissanayake jointly inaugurated the Sampur Solar Power Plant and the Dambulla Agricultural Cold Storage Complex.
Exciting time for sustainable growth
In a post on X, Dissanayake said, "The launch of three key development projects during PM Narendra Modi's state visit to Sri Lanka holds great significance. Together, we inaugurated the Sampur Solar Power Plant, a game-changer for our energy security and the Dambulla Agricultural Cold Storage Complex to support our farmers. Plus, we kicked off a solar panel installation project across 5,000 religious sites. Exciting times for sustainable growth!"