Tamil Genocide Day: A Rememberance of the Unresolved Losses

May 18th marks a somber occasion for Eelam Tamils around the world, as they come together to commemorate the Mullivaikkal massacre, one of the most devastating events in the history of their struggle. Nine years have passed since tens of thousands of innocent civilians were massacred by Sri Lankan state forces during the final stages of the armed conflict.

As businesses remain shut and people take a moment to reflect on the tragic loss of life, it is essential to acknowledge the irreconciled grief that still lingers in many families. The pain and suffering inflicted upon the Tamil community will never be forgotten, and it is crucial that we continue to demand justice for those who were brutally murdered.

In Jaffna, university students set off on a motorbike procession to Mullivaikkal, while schools across the North-East held minute silences to honor the victims of genocide. Tamils in Batticaloa gathered at the Nandikadal lagoon to scatter flowers and pay tribute to the tens of thousands who lost their lives.

Wigneswaran, a prominent NPC member, urged for an international mechanism to ensure justice is served on this solemn day. The Tamil community remains steadfast in its pursuit of truth, justice, and reconciliation, and it is imperative that the world acknowledges their struggle.

As we mark this somber occasion, we at the Tamil Guardian stand in solidarity with the Eelam Tamil people, reiterating their demand for justice and remembering the countless lives lost. The Mullivaikkal massacre serves as a stark reminder of the horrors inflicted upon the Tamil community, and it is our duty to ensure that those responsible are held accountable.

Today, on Tamil Genocide Day, we pay tribute to the victims of genocide and recommit ourselves to fighting for justice, peace, and equality for all Eelam Tamils.

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