In a statement following the meeting, Jaishankar underscored the importance of India's initiatives in Sri Lanka, aimed at fulfilling the aspirations of its people.
Jaishankar also joined Sri Lankan President at the virtual commissioning of Maritime Rescue Coordination Centre(MRCC) and the virtual handing over of 154 houses under the housing schemes of the government of India.
Sri Lankan President Ranil Wickremesinghe said that they are actively collaborating with India in several sectors with a focus on solar and wind power and acquiring green hydrogen, reported Daily Mirror.
The congratulatory message comes following PM Modi's swearing-in ceremony, attended by leaders from India's neighbouring countries and the Indian Ocean region, showcasing India's 'Neighbourhood First' policy.
Union Minister S Jaishankar on Monday called upon Heads of States of Sri Lanka, Maldives and Bangladesh who were here to attend the swearing-in ceremony of Prime Minister Narendra Modi.
Taking to social media after the ceremony, Prime Minister Modi shared his dedication to serving the vast population of India, aiming to propel the nation to greater heights of progress. He extended congratulations to all newly sworn-in ministers.
Nepal PM Pushpa Kamal Dahal 'Prachanda', Sri Lankan President Ranil Wickremesinghe, Bhutan PM Tshering Tobgay, Maldives President Mohamed Muizzu, Mauritius Prime Minister Pravind Jugnauth, Seychelles Vice President Ahmed Afif, Bangladesh PM Sheikh Hasina shook hands with PM Modi on the stage
"Warm welcome to President @RW_UNP of Sri Lanka as he arrives in New Delhi to attend the swearing-in ceremony of Prime Minister and Council of Ministers. Received by OSD (ER & DPA) P. Kumaran at the airport," said the Official Spokesperson, Ministry of External Affairs, Randhir Jaiswa
"President Ranil Wickremesinghe departed for New Delhi short while ago, at the invitation of the PM of India, Shri Narendra Modi to attend his swearing-in ceremony, scheduled for this evening," Foreign Minister of Sri Lanka, Ali Sabry said in a post on X.