The winner of Sri Lanka's presidential election must first address the Tamil issue, stressed the BJP's global convener of overseas affairs, Vijay Jolly.
"Whoever wins in Sri Lanka should first address the Tamil issue," he was quoted by IANS as saying on Wednesday.
"The devolution of powers, re-starting dialogue with Tamil National Alliance leaders and settlement of all pending Tamil issues is necessary for lasting peace in Sri Lanka," Jolly said, wishing both candidates well in the election.
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