Former President Chandrika Kumaratunga last week had a luncheon meeting with Indian Prime Minister Manmohan Singh at the Premier's official residence in New Delhi, where the political developments in Sri Lanka were discussed, it is learned. The Morning Leader learns the ethnic crisis, the human rights situation and the southern political developments were discussed during the luncheon meeting.

It is learned, National Security Advisor M.K. Narayanan was also present at the luncheon meeting, which was also attended by Congress Party MP, Rahul Gandhi.

Meanwhile, SLFP General Secretary, Agriculture Minister Maithripala Sirisena has made a formal request from India for a three member party delegation to visit the country.

Informed sources said due to the busy schedule of the Indian leadership, the visit has not yet been confirmed.

However it is learned, a visit by former Foreign Minister and SLFP (M) Convener, Mangala Samara- weera is due prior to the SLFP General Secretary's visit.

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