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Sri Lanka President Anura Kumara Dissanayake on Saturday announced to honour PM Modi with Sri Lanka’s highest honor, the Mitra Vibhushana medal. In addition to thanking Sri Lankan President Dissanayake, PM Modi dedicated the highest civilian honor to 140 crore Indians. He said, “It shows the historical relation and deep friendship between the people of Sri Lanka and India, and for this, I thank the president, the government of Sri Lanka, and the people in Sri Lanka.”
About the ‘Mitra Vibhushana’ medal
The “Dharma Chakra” reflects the shared Buddhist heritage that has shaped the cultural traditions of both nations. The “Pun Kalasa” (a ceremonial pot) adorned with sheaves of rice symbolises prosperity and renewal. The “Navarathna” (nine precious gems) represents the priceless and enduring friendship between the two countries, depicted within a globe encircled by pure lotus petals.
Finally, the “Sun and Moon” signify the timeless bond, stretching from the ancient past into the infinite future. Together, these elements beautifully capture the deep cultural and spiritual connection between the two nations.
In the joint press brief with the Sri Lankan President, PM Modi also announced that the relics that were found in Gujarat’s Aravalli are being sent to Sri Lanka for darshan.
He also underlined that both countries had discussed the fishermen’s issue and agreed on a humanitarian approach. He said, “We should release them quickly and give them the boats, we also discussed reconciliation.”
Source: InTv
