Sri Lankan Court Halts Government Land Seizure from Tamil Community

A Sri Lankan court has issued an order preventing the government from seizing land traditionally owned by Tamils in the eastern region of Batticaloa. The ruling came after human rights groups raised concerns over attempts to appropriate Tamil land under the guise of archaeological preservation. Activists argue these actions aim to marginalize minority communities and alter regional demographics. The court’s decision is seen as a significant step in protecting Tamil rights and curbing state overreach in contested areas.