Veteran Politician R Sampanthan: A Lifelong Struggle for Tamil Rights
R Sampanthan, a veteran Sri Lankan politician and moderate Tamil leader, dedicated his life to peace and justice for Tamil nationals. He passed away at 91 while being treated in a hospital. His legacy includes leading the Tamil National Alliance and advocating for Tamil rights in Sri Lanka.
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R Sampanthan, a veteran Sri Lankan politician and a moderate Tamil leader, passed away on Sunday night. He was 91 and receiving treatment in a hospital, according to the Tamil National Alliance (TNA).
Leading the TNA since 2004, Sampanthan was the second Tamil to become the main opposition leader in the Sinhala-majority country. Despite his long-term ailments and absences from parliamentary sessions, his impact was widely felt.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi and External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar expressed deep condolences. Modi highlighted Sampanthan's relentless pursuit of peace, justice, and dignity for Tamil nationals, while Jaishankar noted his lifelong dedication to equality and justice.
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