Tributes Pour In for Tamil Leader R Sampanthan

Sri Lankan Tamil leader R Sampanthan, known for his unwavering advocacy for Tamil rights, passed away at 91. Tamil Nadu Chief Minister M K Stalin honored Sampanthan's contributions and his lifelong commitment to Tamil welfare. His impact on Sri Lankan politics is deemed irreplaceable.

Veteran Sri Lankan Tamil leader R Sampanthan was widely respected for his commitment to the rights of Lankan Tamils, Tamil Nadu Chief Minister M K Stalin said on Monday.

Chief Minister Stalin paid rich tributes to the Tamil National Alliance leader, who passed away in Colombo on June 30 at the age of 91. He noted that Sampanthan tirelessly worked for the welfare of Tamil people until his last breath.

'He was a significant political figure who constantly advocated for the rights of Sri Lankan Tamils throughout his life. No one can easily replace Sampanthan in Sri Lankan politics. His death is a profound loss not only for the Sri Lankan Tamil community but also for Tamils worldwide,' Stalin commented in a statement.

Sampanthan served as a parliamentarian for half a century, significantly impacting Sri Lankan politics. Stalin highlighted that Sampanthan had long championed the devolution of powers to Lankan Tamils and extended his deepest condolences and sympathies to the bereaved family on behalf of Tamil Nadu.

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