Demise of M. Sivasithamparam a major loss to our nation - President Kumaratunga
[June 10, 2002 - 11.30 GMT]

President Chandrika Kumaratunga said that the death of Murugesu Sivasithamparam, the President of the Tamil United Liberation Front (TULF) and Member of Parliament is a major loss to our nation at this crucial turning point towards peace. 

The 79-year old veteran politician started his early political life in 1938. Then he was Deputy Speaker from 1965-68. The late Sivasithamparan formed the Tamil United Liberation Front (TULF) in 1970 and served as its President till his death. 

“He was highly respected as a leader not only in Sri Lanka but also by Tamil-speaking people elsewhere. Our country has lost his valuable experience and the vision of a moderate leader of the Tamils at a crucial juncture in its history,” President Kumaratunga said in a message of condolence.

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Last Updated Date: June 10, 2002  - 11.30 GMT.