⚖️ MP Rasamanickam Urges Equal Justice for Tamil Political Prisoners

• Parliamentary Intervention: ITAK MP Shanakiyan Rasamanickam raised concerns in Parliament regarding prolonged detentions and delayed legal proceedings under the Prevention of Terrorism Act (PTA). The Minister of Justice requested a two-week period to provide an official response. • Call for Equity: The MP highlighted a disparity in state justice, comparing the treatment of Tamil political prisoners with former Janatha Vimukthi Peramuna (JVP) militants. He noted that former JVP members received rehabilitation, amnesties, and now hold high government positions, whereas some Tamil detainees have faced nearly 30 years in prison. • Proposed Solutions: The intervention urged the government to honor its manifesto commitments by considering presidential pardons, fair review mechanisms, and broader political resolutions to support national reconciliation and relieve affected families.