New Delhi, Nov. 5 -- Underlining that Sri Lanka's growth process and advancement are inextricably linked with India, the island nation's Leader of Opposition Sajith Premadasa on Wednesday urged more Indian businesses to invest in Sri Lanka, saying that the infusion of Indian capital would pave the way for shared prosperity.

In an interview with ANI, Premadasa, who is on a visit to India, lauded the Indian government for its "fullest support" during the economic crisis, adding that the mutual interest of both countries is to work together.

"It is our sincere opinion that Sri Lanka's growth process and advancement are inextricably linked with India. We already have a free trade agreement. If we improve on it, then we'll provide Sri Lanka ...