The Cabinet of Ministers approved signing a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to boost socio-economic development and bilateral ties between Sri Lanka and India. 

The initiative, proposed by President Anura Kumara Dissanayake, allocates Rs. 2,371 million for 33 development projects in the Eastern Province.

Key focus areas include education, health, agriculture, irrigation, tourism, and community empowerment, with India funding Rs. 315 million for education, Rs. 780 million for health, and Rs. 620 million for agriculture sectors.

Accordingly, the projects aim to enhance infrastructure, foster economic growth, and empower local communities.