Tamils in Mannar demand justice over Sinthuja’s death

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Tamils in Mannar staged a protest in front of the Mannar District General Hospital, as hundreds of demonstrators demanded justice for the tragic death of 27-year-old Sinthuja. Sinthuja had been admitted to the hospital and subsequently lost her life, allegedly due to the negligence of doctors and staff.

The protesters expressed their outrage over the incident. With mouths bound by black cloths and black flags in hand, they stood united in their call for accountability. The death of Sindhuja on the 28th of last month has ignited a fervent demand for justice throughout the North-East.

Sindhuja’s case has raised critical questions about patient care and resources at the Mannar Hospital. At the center of the controversy is also Dr. Ramanathan Archuna, who was recently arrested forcibly entering the same hospital. Dr Archuna in the past has highlighted the lack of resources, corruption, and neglect of patients at the hospital. He alluded that many specialists privately saw patients while neglecting their duties at the government hospital. 

Meanwhile, outside the Mannar Hospital, family members, relatives, and concerned Tamils held placards and shouted slogans calling on Sri Lankan authorities to deliver justice. Sinthuja’s mother sat among the protestors clutching Sinthuja’s new born baby.