This is of urgent importance from the Indian point of view, Krishna said during his reply to the debate on the prime minister's recent foreign visits that included a trip to Egypt to attend the NAM Summit.

'The prime minister has already pledged Rs.500 crore (for resettlement of civilians). He is willing to give more,' he said.

India has impressed upon Sri Lanka 'to ensure practical and meaningful devolution of powers that will enable all countries to live with peace and honour within the framework of a united Sri Lanka', he said.