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End of terrorism
End of terrorism
The reported killing of Velupillai Prabakaran, his son and other top LTTE leaders by the Sri Lankan armed forces has brought to an end a horrific chapter in the history of Sri Lanka. Bloodshed, in its worst form, marked three decades of violence in Sri Lanka with the LTTE pursuing the unjustified demand for a separate Eelam. Prabakaran's killing, it is hoped, will mark the beginning of a new dawn in the island nation.
Ashok Jayaram,
Bangalore
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Prabakaran's death marks the fall of a dreaded terrorist organisation. His end is a lesson for those who divide their country for personal benefits by poisoning the minds of innocent people. President Mahinda Rajapaksa who put down the Tigers with an iron hand deserves to be praised and thanked.
S. Padmanabha Mallya,
Kochi
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A horrendous chapter in the history of terror and megalomania has come to an end with Prabakaran's elimination. With help and sympathy from across the Palk Strait and money from the Tamil diaspora the world over, the LTTE leader hijacked the Sri Lankan Tamil movement for equality and rights.
With his death, the most dreaded terror group camouflaged as freedom fighters stands annihilated. It is now for the Sri Lankan government to ensure that history is not repeated.
Anil Kumar Kurup,
Tiruppur
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At last, a bloody saga has come to an end in Sri Lanka. The LTTE ruthlessly eliminated its political opponents, including Rajiv Gandhi. Prabakaran became a victim of the sword he raised many times to eliminate others. President Rajapaksa deserves praise for the manner in which he dealt with the LTTE. He has created history by eradicating the terrorist menace from the Sri Lankan soil.
R. Sekar,
Visakhapatnam
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The LTTE's decision to concede defeat was too little too late. Had it taken the decision six months ago, thousands of civilian deaths could have been avoided. It fought a losing battle which resulted in unnecessary death and destruction.
G. Prabakaran,
Chennai
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Had the LTTE taken the crucial decision of silencing its guns long ago, a number of Tamil civilians and its own cadres would have still been alive. This is a crucial time for Sri Lanka. The government should find an amicable, humanitarian and dignified solution to the ethnic crisis with the help of India and other nations. The representatives of Tamils should be included in the talks to find a permanent solution within the framework of the Sri Lankan Constitution.
J.P. Reddy,
Nalgonda
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Mr. Rajapaksa's courage and determination are truly laudable. Our leaders should learn a lesson or two from him on liberating India from terrorism.
A.L. Narayana,
Visakhapatnam
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The silencing of the LTTE guns by Sri Lanka comes as a great relief. Instead of settling for peace, Prabakaran chose violence against his own land. His fall should serve to reinforce that violence does not pay. It also shows how innocent people can become pawns in the hands of misguided leaders.
S.R. Devaprakash,
Tumkur
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It is heartening indeed to learn that the LTTE finally conceded defeat. It was evident that Prabakaran could not brook any challenge from rival Tamil leaders or political opponents. There is a tendency among many to praise the LTTE leader for his courage. Showing sympathy to him and his murderous outfit is tantamount to approving of his dastardly action of killing innocent people. Now that his dangerous group has been smashed into smithereens, the people of Sri Lanka, the Tamils in particular, can heave a sigh of relief and live without fear. The time is now opportune for India to act in favour of the Sri Lankan Tamils. It should persuade Colombo to honour the Indo-Sri Lankan accord.
Fr. R. Joseph Ravi Balan,
Chennai
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The LTTE's end is good news for the Sri Lankan government and the Tamils. But it could be bad news for most of the political parties in Tamil Nadu. The LTTE should have laid down arms long ago and appreciated that nothing can be achieved through violence and that `as you sow so shall you reap.'
B. Thiagarajan,
Coimbatore
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There is a lesson for potential rebels in Prabakaran's end. Armed struggles have not and will not succeed. For gaining one's rights, one does not have to kill people. Mahatma Gandhi, Nelson Mandela and Martin Luther King would have no relevance if violence was effective. Unfortunately, history could not convince Prabakaran to adopt peaceful means. The other lesson is for those at the helm of affairs. Victory achieved using weapons is temporary. The root cause of the issue needs to be addressed politically and economically.
S.B. Sankar,
Chennai
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Prabakaran's death comes as a great shock to the entire Tamil community. He fought for the Sri Lankan Tamils and died for their cause. His biggest blunder was perhaps the assassination of Rajiv Gandhi. The LTTE might have been defeated, not the Tamil cause.
V. Douglas Kirpa Raja,
Coimbatore
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True, Prabakaran had a dark side to his personality - he was ruthless and selfish. No one can, however, deny that it was his armed struggle that focussed international attention on the desperate plight of Sri Lankan Tamils. If the Tamils get a fair deal in Sri Lanka, some credit would be due to him.
S. Nityananda,
Bangalore
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