The Prime Minister has congratulated President Rajapaksa of Sri Lanka on his re-election as President. In his message the Prime Minister said that he is confident that under President Rajpaksa's leadership, Sri Lanka will find lasting peace, where all communities can live with dignity and in harmony.

The Prime Minister's message is as follows:

"Please accept my heartiest felicitations on your re-election as the President of Sri Lanka.

Your Excellency's success in the elections is a reflection of the trust the people of Sri Lanka have reposed in you. I am confident that, under your leadership, Sri Lanka will find lasting peace, where all communities can live with dignity and in harmony.

India and Sri Lanka have a shared commitment to democratic values. We have time tested ties of friendship and cooperation. I look forward to working closely with you to further strengthen our close and multi-dimensional bilateral relations in the coming years.

Please accept, Excellency, my best wishes for your good health and personal well being and for the continued progress and prosperity of the friendly people of Sri Lanka."