Chennai:
Tamil Nadu Chief Minister and
Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam (DMK) chief
MK Stalin on Tuesday called upon the people to make contribution to the humanitarian relief material that will be sent to Sri Lanka amid the economic crisis situation.
Jaishankar in a letter addressed to CM Stalin said that the mission in Colombo was consulted over Tamil Nadu’s request. The Ministry in a letter stated, “MEA offers that Tamil Nadu Government’s assistance can supplement what is being provided by the government of India. The Government of Sri Lanka’s preference is for inclusive distribution.”
Earlier the Chief Minister MK Stalin expressed his gratitude to the EAM for accepting the state’s request to supplement the aid being sent from India to Sri Lanka during the time of the nation island’s severe crisis.
The DMK MP further stated that thanking the Union Minister was not a part of the politics.
Taking to Twitter, Stalin wrote, “A personal thanks to Hon’ble Dr S Jaishankar for accepting Tamil Nadu’s request to help the people of Sri Lanka. I am sure that this humane gesture will be greatly welcomed by all and help to improve the warmth and cordiality between nations. Let the goodwill grow in all spheres.”
Jaishankar in a letter addressed to CM Stalin had said that the mission in Colombo was consulted over Tamil Nadu’s request. The Ministry in a letter stated, “MEA offers that Tamil Nadu Government’s assistance can supplement what is being provided by the government of India. The Government of Sri Lanka’s preference is for inclusive distribution.”
On the proposal by the Tamil Nadu government to provide humanitarian assistance to the Island nation, Jaishankar had noted the state government can direct TN Chief Secretary to coordinate with the Centre for supplying the relief material.
The EAM had said, “You may wish to direct TN Chief Secretary to coordinate with Government of India for supply and distribution of humanitarian relief material to Sri Lankan Government. Relief material will be shared with the Government of Sri Lanka to be distributed appropriately in the current circumstances.”
Presently, Sri Lanka is struggling with acute food and electricity shortages, forcing the country to seek help from its neighbours. The recession is attributed to foreign exchange shortages caused by a clampdown on tourism during the COVID-19 pandemic. The country is unable to buy sufficient fuel and gas, while the people are being deprived of basic amenities as well. (ANI)
(With inputs from ANI)
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