North-East remembers victims of 2004 tsunami



Events were held across the North-East today marking the 10 year anniversary of the tsunami, which left thousands dead as it swept across the coast.

At churches, temples and public memorials, Tamils gathered to remember those who had perished.



Jaffna



Vadamaradchi East



Batticaloa


Residents in Batticaloa held remembrance events despite ongoing heavy rains that have caused havoc across the Eastern province.

Manmunai, Batticaloa

Pasikuda, Batticaloa


Sengaladi, Batticaloa


Vaharai, Batticaloa


Kalmunai, Amparai



See our feature on the 10 year anniversary of the tsunami: 'Remembering the tsunami, 10 years on'

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