A silent protest

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Jaffna fishermen and their families held a silent protest in front of the Indian Consulate today against Indian fishermen straying into Sri Lankan fishing waters. The picture shows protesters in front of the Indian Consulate in Jaffna. Pix by Kavisuki and Thas

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abhishek Monday, 21 February 2011 08:25 AM

Now they have the power to show their view !!! first protest after decades of harassment by terrorists.....

we are with u !!!!

Mushi Monday, 21 February 2011 01:07 PM

People cover their faces because they are afraid of Pro TN People who are ltte sympathizers.

Sr. anura Monday, 21 February 2011 05:22 PM

you did not know that this is organized by govt supporters?

adahan Tuesday, 22 February 2011 02:22 AM

Indian politicians should now realize to reform their fishermen instead of blaming the SL fishermen.

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