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Published on Dec 19, 2024
Current Affairs
Current Affairs Update - Sri Lanka Announces Visa-Free Access to Indians
Current Affairs Update - Sri Lanka Announces Visa-Free Access to Indians

Visa-Free Travel: Sri Lanka has announced a new visa policy effective from January 2025, allowing citizens from 39 countries, including India, to travel to Sri Lanka without a visa.

Strengthening Relations: The policy aims to strengthen bilateral relations between Sri Lanka and India.

Economic Impact: The new visa policy is expected to boost tourism in Sri Lanka, leading to higher revenue for local businesses and stimulating economic growth.

Government Delegation Visit: The announcement coincides with a state visit by Sri Lankan President Anura Kumara Dissanayake to India from December 15-17, 2024.

Cultural Ties: India and Sri Lanka share deep cultural ties and robust economic interactions, which underpin their growing bilateral relations.