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India’s Vice-President C. P. Radhakrishnan on Sunday held bilateral discussions with Sri Lankan President Anura Kumara Dissanayake in Colombo, as part of his ongoing two-day official visit — the first such bilateral visit by an Indian Vice-President to Sri Lanka. Image Via: MEA India The meeting took place at the Presidential Secretariat, where both sides held what officials described as “productive discussions” focused on deepening multifaceted India–Sri Lanka ties anchored in shared history and cultural linkages. India reaffirmed its commitment to its “Neighbourhood First” policy and emphasised expanding cooperation for mutual benefit. Glimpses from Vice President of India Shri C. P. Radhakrishnan’s call on with the President of Sri Lanka, H.E. Anura Kumara Dissanayake, at the Presidential Secretariat in Colombo today. pic.twitter.com/zaQEiNizBz — Vice-President of India (@VPIndia) April 19, 2026 According to official statements, the talks covered ongoing development cooperat...

✍️ Written by Saket Suman When a youth delegation from Darjeeling met Vice President C. P. Radhakrishnan at Uprashtrapati Bhavan on February 24, 2026, the exchange was framed in the language of aspiration and identity. Welcoming what he described as “vibrant young minds from a region known for its natural beauty, rich culture and significant contribution to the nation,” the Vice President said India’s demographic strength is among its “greatest assets” and that the vision of “Viksit Bharat” and “AatmaNirbhar Bharat” calls upon young citizens to contribute with “innovation, integrity and enterprise.”  Members of Darjeeling Youth Delegation at Uprashtrapati Bhavan today; Via: VP India He urged them to remain rooted in their heritage while embracing development, noting that self-reliance reflects “confidence in our abilities and pride in our heritage.” The interaction, attended by Rajya Sabha member Harsh Vardhan Shringla, touched on outmigratio...