ITAK honours the life and legacy of Sampanthan

by Rukshana
Jul 2, 2024

Members of the Ilankai Tamil Arasu Katchi (ITAK) led by leader Sivagnanam Shritharan held a memorial for the former leader of the Tamil National Alliance (TNA) Rajavarothiam Sampanthan who has passed away at the weekend. 

The ITAK flag was lowered to half-mast at the Kilinochchi office while members of the party and well-wishers laid flowers and offered prayers. 

Speaking at the event, Shritharan said that Sampanthan was a towering figure who represented the Tamil aspirations. He said that the best way to offer the Tamils respect for him is to carry forward his beliefs, aspirations, and rights that he advocated so hard for the Tamils.

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