In a significant step towards bolstering its developmental partnership with neighbouring Sri Lanka, India has provided the initial payment for three hybrid power projects on islands off northern Jaffna. These projects, aimed at addressing the energy needs of Delft, Nainativu, and Analaitivu islands, are being implemented under Indian Grant Assistance amounting to $1 million, according to the Indian High Commission in Colombo on Thursday, 29th August 2024.