Veteran Tamil Leader Rajavarothiam Sampanthan Dies at 91

Sampanthan, a key figure in Sri Lanka's Tamil minority struggle, leaves a legacy of advocacy for equal rights and autonomy.

Led the Tamil National Alliance for 23 years, representing Tamils in Sri Lanka's north and east.
First Tamil in 32 years to be appointed Leader of the Opposition in 2015.
Advocated for justice and recognition of Tamil rights post-civil war.
Called on the UN to address alleged violations against the Tamil minority.
Received tributes from across Sri Lanka's political spectrum.