We are watching situation in Sri Lanka closely: Navy

NEW DELHI: In the wake of perceived threats from LTTE, Indian Navy on Wednesday said it is watching the situation in the neighbouring country closely, besides keeping a tight vigil on the coast.

Naval Chief Admiral Sureesh Mehta said Indian Navy is not providing any direct help to its Lankan counterparts in their efforts to recapture the Tamil Tiger strong-holds.
   
"There is no direct support. We support them by checking our activities on their coast and their activities on ours. In this way, we help ourselves by helping them," Mehta told here.

His comments came after reporters asked him whether Indian Navy is helping its Lankan counterparts in their war against the Tigers.
   
Apparently emboldened by its recent military successes against the LTTE, the Sri Lankan government has on January two decided to scrap its ceasefire agreement with the rebel outfit, which was signed in 2002.