“Much needs to be done in achieving it. We are extremely unhappy about the ground situation, particularly with regard to land powers and the oppressive presence of the armed forces, particularly in the Northern Province, and the increasing view in the female population, who are embarrassed and feeling a sense of insecurity because of the violations by the armed forces,” he said.
The delegation also told the Indian Foreign Secretary of the feeling of insecurity about the missing persons, the concerns about the independence of judiciary and media freedom and sought an acceptable political solution to their problems.
Asked what was Singh's response, Sambanthan said she gave the delegation a patient hearing and assured them that India would stand by the Tamils of Sri Lanka and do its best to take every step that is necessary so that they lived a life of respect and dignity.
Updated on: November 14, 2013 16:04 IST
