The Consulate General of India in Jaffna has extended financial aid of Rs. 3 million to 100 underprivileged students at the University as a part of the ongoing educational assistance program offered by the Government of India to support students of the University of Jaffna.
The event held at the University of Jaffna was attended by Consul General of India Shri Sai Murali and Consular Officer Shri R. Nagarajan. Vice Chancellor of the University of Jaffna, Prof. S. Srisatkunarajah, Registrar, Deans of Faculties and student beneficaries were also present.
Vice Chancellor Prof. S. Srisatkunarajah acknowledged India’s contributions to the development of the University, including the construction of the Kilinochchi campus, the donation of vehicles to educational institutions, and the setting up of language labs. The Vice Chancellor reiterated the need for sustained assistance from India to further support students at the University.