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‘Grateful For Swift Support’: Sri Lanka Thanks India For Fuel Aid Of 38,000 MT
HomeNewsIndia‘Grateful For Swift Support’: Sri Lanka Thanks India For Fuel Aid Of 38,000 MT Earlier this week, Prime Minister Narendra Modi spoke with the Sri Lankan President on the energy crisis triggered by the conflict between the US-Israel and Iran. By : Sagarika Chakraborty | Updated at : 29 Mar 2026 04:39 PM (IST) Suppliers contracted by Sri Lanka IOC were unable to deliver fuel due to the US-Iran conflict and the blockade in the Strait of Hormuz.Source : X/@FabulasGuy Show Quick Read Key points generated by AI, verified by newsroom Amid disruptions to global oil and gas supply due to the West Asia conflict, India has stepped in to assist Sri Lanka under its “neighbourhood policy”. Sri Lankan President Anura Kumara Dissanayake on Sunday thanked New Delhi for its “swift support”, stating that 38,000 metric tonnes (MT) of fuel had arrived in Colombo. Spoke with PM @narendramodi a few days ago about the fuel supply disruptions Sri Lanka is facing due to the Middle East conflict. Grateful for India’s swift support. 38,000 MT of fuel arrived in Colombo yesterday. My thanks also to EAM @DrSJaishankar for his close coordination. — Anura Kumara Dissanayake (@anuradisanayake) March 29, 2026 “Spoke with PM @narendramodi a few days ago about the fuel supply disruptions Sri Lanka is facing due to the Middle East conflict. Grateful for India’s swift support. 38,000 MT of fuel arrived in Colombo yesterday. My thanks also to EAM @DrSJaishankar for his close coordination,” Dissanayake wrote on X. India-Sri Lanka Talks On Energy Cooperation Earlier this week, Prime Minister Narendra Modi spoke with the Sri Lankan President on the energy crisis triggered by the conflict between the US-Israel and Iran. “We reviewed progress on key initiatives aimed at strengthening India-Sri Lanka energy cooperation and enhancing regional security. As close and trusted partners, we reaffirmed our commitment to work closely together in addressing shared challenges,” Modi wrote on X. Supply Disruptions Due To Conflict According to the Indian High Commission in Colombo, Sri Lanka, earlier dependent on fuel supplies from West Asia and Singapore, has faced significant disruptions due to the ongoing conflict. Suppliers contracted by Sri Lanka IOC were unable to deliver fuel due to the US-Iran conflict and the blockade in the Strait of Hormuz. “Due to the above disruptions, rescue supplies were requested from India from IOCL. The current shipment of 38,000 MT is part of these supplies. Gover...
India Steps In To Support Sri Lanka’s Fuel Needs With 38,000 MT Fuel As Middle East Crisis Disrupts Global Energy Supplies, President Dissanayake Thanks PM Modi
Sri Lankan President Anura Kumara Dissanayake on Sunday expressed his gratitude towards India for its support in sending fuel to the country.Dissanayake said that 38,000MT of fuel arrived in Colombo on Sunday amid the West Asia crisis.In a post on X, he said, “Spoke with PM Narendra Modi a few days ago about the fuel supply disruptions Sri Lanka is facing due to the Middle East conflict. Grateful for India’s swift support. 38,000 MT of fuel arrived in Colombo yesterday. My thanks also to EAM S Jaishankar for his close coordination.” You Might Be Interested In Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi received a phone call today from the President of Sri Lanka, Anura Kumara Disanayaka. The two leaders discussed the evolving situation in West Asia with an emphasis on disruptions affecting global energy security, a statement by the Prime Minister’s Office said on March 24.Both leaders reiterated the importance of keeping shipping lines open and secure in the interest of the whole world. The two leaders reviewed progress on various initiatives aimed at strengthening India-Sri Lanka energy cooperation and enhancing regional security. Prime Minister reiterated India’s firm commitment to work closely together in addressing shared challenges in line with India’s Neighbourhood First policy and MAHASAGAR Vision. The two leaders agreed to stay in touch, the statement concluded.Earlier on March 23, Jaishankar also held a telephonic conversation with Sri Lanka’s Minister of Foreign Affairs Vijitha Herath.In a post on X, Jaishankar said, “A good conversation with FM Vijitha Herath of Sri Lanka. Discussed the repercussions of the West Asia conflict. India stands committed to Neighbourhood First and Vision MAHASAGAR.”The outreach to Colombo is particularly significant as several neighbouring nations have reportedly sought additional fuel supplies from India to manage energy shortages resulting from the crisis. The Minister confirmed on social media that he “discussed the repercussions of the West Asia conflict,” while reaffirming that “India stands committed to Neighbourhood First and Vision MAHASAGAR.”(With Inputs From ANI)ALSO READ: Decoding Vijay’s Tactical Move: Why TVK Chief Picked Trichy East And Perambur In A Carefully Crafted Poll Strategy Against DMK? ——————————————– ————————————————–
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