Modi committed to protect rights of SL Tamils: India

27 May 2014 06:09 am

Prime Minister Narendra Modi is committed to protect the rights of Sri Lankan Tamils, the Indian government said today.

"Modi is committed to save the life and rights of Tamils in Sri Lanka," newly sworn-in State Minister Radhakrishnan said.

Replying to a query by Tamil parties regarding the invitation extended to Sri Lankan President Mahinda Rajapaksa to attend Mr. Modi's swearing-in ceremony, he said the Indian Government was concerned about the problems faced by the Tamils.  (Business Standard)