Lanka crisis: Cong expresses solidarity with the people

The main opposition party expressed its solidarity with Sri Lanka and its people in the “moment of grave crisis” and hoped that they will be able to overcome it.

“The Indian National Congress has been following with concern the evolving political situation in Sri Lanka. The economic challenges, rising prices and shortage of food, fuel and essential commodities have caused enormous hardships and distress among the people there,” Congress president Sonia Gandhi said.

She expressed solidarity with Sri Lanka and its people in the moment of grave crisis and hoped they will be able to overcome it.

“We hope that India will continue to assist the people and government of Sri Lanka as they deal with the difficulties of the current situation,” she said. She also urged the international community to extend all assistance and support to Sri Lanka.