41 years on, Tamils still await justice for the Vattavan massacre by Thara Thu, 04/06/2026 - 14:54 Body Relatives of victims and members of the public gathered in Verugal this week to commemorate the 41st anniversary of the Vattavan massacre, one of a number of deadly attacks on Tamils in the region, as families renewed calls for truth, justice and accountability. The remembrance event was held on 3 June in Vattavan village, where mourners lit memorial lamps, offered floral tributes and observed