20 Sri Lankan education officials visit India for training programme

A delegation of 20 Sri Lankan education administrators is currently in India to participate in a capacity development programme aimed at strengthening educational planning, management and administration.

According to the Sri Lankan High Commission in New Delhi, the delegation includes Provincial and Zonal Directors of Education representing the Central, Western, Uva, Sabaragamuwa, Northern, North Western and Southern Provinces.

The officials are participating in a Capacity Development Programme organised by India’s National Institute of Educational Planning and Administration (NIEPA), from October 5 to 16.

As part of the visit, the delegation met with the Sri Lankan High Commissioner at her official residence in New Delhi on October 7.

During the meeting, the High Commissioner highlighted the importance of the India–Sri Lanka partnership in supporting Sri Lanka’s economic growth and development through capacity-building, skills development, investment, trade and tourism.

She also emphasised the longstanding cultural and people-to-people ties between the two countries as a foundation for strengthening bilateral cooperation.

The High Commission said the programme aims to enhance the professional knowledge and skills of Sri Lankan education administrators. (Newswire)

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