The Tamil Eelam Liberation Organization (TELO) today released its official declaration during the 12th National Conference held in Vavuniya. The declaration outlines the organization’s political direction, national commitments, and strategic priorities for the Tamil people.
The key resolutions adopted at the conference are as follows:
Pursuit of a Political Solution:
TELO will continue all political efforts to secure a non‑negotiable, fully empowered federal‑type self‑governing unit encompassing the Northern and Eastern provinces — the historic homeland of the Eelam Tamil people — enabling the full exercise of their right to self‑determination.
International Justice Mechanism:
The organization will work with domestic and international partners until an international accountability mechanism is established to address war crimes, human rights violations, and acts of genocide committed against the Tamil people.
Justice for the Disappeared:
TELO will pursue all necessary measures to obtain justice for families of the forcibly disappeared.
Protection and Reclamation of Tamil Lands:
The party will take sustained action to reclaim lands systematically occupied by state forces and prevent further land appropriation in the Tamil homeland.
Provincial Council Elections and Governance:
Until a permanent political solution is achieved, TELO will continue to demand the full implementation of the existing Provincial Council system and exert pressure on the government to conduct Provincial Council elections without delay.
Rebuilding the Tamil Economy:
The organization commits to implementing development programmes aimed at rebuilding the weakened economy of the Tamil people, promoting sustainable, community‑based economic structures, and improving living standards through diverse investments that protect cultural identity.
Social Development and Community Welfare:
TELO will advance political activities that ensure social progress, safety, and improved quality of life for all sections of Tamil society.
Strengthening International Partnerships:
The party will maintain and deepen its relationship with India, a key regional power, while coordinating with other friendly international partners to advance political and development initiatives.
Tamil Unity and Nation‑Building:
TELO will work to unite all Tamil political parties, social organizations, and the global Tamil diaspora — the community’s greatest strength — to advance all programmes aimed at building and uplifting the Tamil nation.
This declaration is hereby issued by the Tamil Eelam Liberation Organization.
