Former Tamil National Alliance (TNA) parliamentarian M.K. Sivajilingam has passed away. Having been ill for some time, he passed away last night (14) while receiving treatment at a private hospital.

Key Points

  • Passed away on the night of the 14th while undergoing treatment at a private hospital.
  • Entered parliament through the Tamil National Alliance in 2004 and served as an MP on two occasions.
  • Served as the Chairman of the Valvettithurai Urban Council and as a member of the Northern Provincial Council.

Political Career and Background

Entering parliament representing the Tamil National Alliance in 2004, he was elected as a Member of Parliament on two occasions. In addition, he served as a member of the Northern Provincial Council and as the Chairman of the Valvettithurai Urban Council.

It is also noted that he was a close relative of LTTE leader Velupillai Prabhakaran.