Sri Lankan President Anura Kumar Dissanayake has heartily congratulated Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi on becoming the longest serving elected Prime Minister in the history of the country. The President said that this achievement is not only a record of remaining in office for a long time, but it is also a proof of the trust and confidence repeatedly expressed by the people of India on the leadership of Prime Minister Modi.

Getting continuous public support in democracy is a big achievement.
President Anura Kumar Dissanayake said in his message that a large, diverse and vibrant democracy like India is an example for the world. In such a country, winning elections continuously and gaining public support is an extraordinary achievement. This reflects the effective governance ability of Prime Minister Narendra Modi, the positive changes he has brought in the lives of common people and his ability to maintain public trust even in difficult circumstances.

He said that under the leadership of Prime Minister Modi, India has seen remarkable changes in the economic and social sectors. Crores of Indians have benefited from improvements in infrastructure development, financial inclusion, digital connectivity, public services and economic opportunities.

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India’s influence strengthened at the global level
The President of Sri Lanka said that India has further strengthened its position among the leading economies of the world. India has also emerged as an influential voice in regional and global affairs. Under the leadership of Prime Minister Narendra Modi, India has moved forward with big and ambitious goals with determination and confidence.

He said that Prime Minister Modi’s vision of an economically strong and dynamic India has become a source of inspiration not only for India but also for many countries including Sri Lanka.

India-Sri Lanka relations get new strength
President Anura Kumar Dissanayake said that in this period of development and transformation of India, Sri Lanka got the opportunity to work together with India. During the three tenures of Prime Minister Narendra Modi, relations between the two countries have touched new heights.

He said that relations between India and Sri Lanka are based on mutual trust, geographical proximity, deep cultural and civilizational ties and the common goal of prosperity of the people of both the countries. He expressed special gratitude for India’s support and friendship to Sri Lanka in difficult times.

Told that India’s cooperation is important in difficult times
The President said that Sri Lanka is especially grateful for India’s unwavering friendship and the personal cooperation and support of Prime Minister Narendra Modi. He said that the way India supported Sri Lanka in challenging circumstances is a proof of the strong relations between the two countries.

Relations will become stronger in future
At the end of his message, President Anura Kumar Dissanayake said that as India moves towards new heights of prosperity and development, he looks forward to building on the new momentum in relations between the two countries. He expressed confidence that the relations between India and Sri Lanka will become stronger in the coming times and the people of both the countries will benefit from it.

This message was sent by Sri Lankan President Anura Kumar Dissanayake to Prime Minister Narendra Modi on 8 June 2026, in which he congratulated him on his historic achievement and praised India’s progress and India-Sri Lanka relations.