THE Indians are at it again, or at least that's how the southern bretheren are apt to look at it, when the Indian security forces arrive to provide cover for the dignitaries arriving to take part in the SAARC summit in Colombo. The Sri Lankan govt has agreed to the deployment of thousands of Indian troops, airforce and naval assets to secure the venue for the event which will see the participation of heads of State from India, Pakistan and a host of oter regional nations.
Sri Lanka has acted prudently in either asking for, or accepting an offer of Indian military presence during this event, whether anyone likes it or not. While relieving the burden of having to divert troops from active duty in the war zone, it also provides Sri Lanka to re-assure India of our solid alliance with them and also the growing need for an integrated security mechanism between us.
A related article provides a detailed description of what's envisaged;
http://www.allheadlinenews.com/articles/7011455742
Below the surface of of these preparations and declared intentions, the very fact that thousands of specialized Indian troops moving into Sri Lankan soil with overwhelming fire power should make the LTTE heirarchy flinch. It is no secret that the Indians are still simmering for the killing of Rajiv Gandhi and they have delayed a much anticipated military effort to avenge his death. India could very well be looking to settle that score, given an opportunity.
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