A protest calling for justice and accountability for mass graves across Sri Lanka—including the recently spotlighted Chemmani site—was held yesterday in front of the Fort Railway Station in Colombo, yesterday (17).
The demonstration drew civil society activists and members of various political groups.
Protesters highlighted that numerous mass graves have been uncovered across the country since the 1990s, both in the North and the South. They accused successive governments of failing to conduct thorough investigations or ensure justice for the victims. Demonstrators noted that despite widespread public outcry, no meaningful accountability was achieved. They warned that Chemmani could meet the same fate if government inaction continues.
The protest was briefly disrupted when Police intervened to stop participants from marching towards the Presidential Secretariat.