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India, Sri Lanka sign agreement for electric bikes for fisheries officials
India and Sri Lanka have signed an agreement to supply 430 electric motorcycles to fisheries field officers, marking a boost to sustainable transport and operational capacity in the sector.
LSN Sri Lanka ·
A Memorandum of Understanding detailing the supply of 430 electric motorcycles to fisheries field officers was signed by India's High Commissioner to Sri Lanka, Santosh Jha, and Dr. B.K. Kolita Kamal Jinadasa, Secretary to the Ministry of Fisheries, Aquatic and Ocean Resources.
The initiative represents a collaborative effort between the two nations to modernise Sri Lanka's fisheries administration while promoting environmentally sustainable transport solutions. The electric motorcycles are intended for use by officers engaged in field operations across the fisheries sector.
The signing ceremony formalises India's commitment to supporting Sri Lanka's development priorities in the fisheries domain. The supply of electric vehicles is expected to reduce operational costs and environmental impact while improving mobility for department personnel.
The agreement underscores the strengthening bilateral ties between India and Sri Lanka, with New Delhi continuing to extend development assistance across multiple sectors including agriculture, fisheries, and infrastructure.