Colombo, April 5 -- In a grand recognition of his efforts to strengthen India-Sri Lanka ties, Prime Minister Narendra Modi was on Saturday conferred with the Sri Lanka Mitra Vibhushana, the island nation's highest civilian honour for Heads of State and Government.

The prestigious award was presented by Sri Lankan President Anura Kumara Dissanayake during a joint press briefing in Colombo. Instituted specifically to honour global leaders of nations maintaining friendly relations with Sri Lanka, the award reflects a deep appreciation of their solidarity and goodwill towards the Sri Lankan people.

"I am pleased to announce that the Government of Sri Lanka has decided to confer upon PM Modi the highest Sri Lanka honour - Sri Lanka Mitra Vib...