-By Tamil Political correspondent -Vavuniya
(Lanka-e-News -28.Dec.2024, 11.00 PM) Today, the Central Committee meeting of the Ilangai Tamil Arasu Katchi (ITAK) descended into an unintentional comedy of errors and questionable decision-making. What was supposed to be a dignified forum for serious political deliberations turned into an overcooked stew of power plays, lunch breaks, and leadership squabbles.
The key takeaway? Mavai Senathirajah remains the party leader, at least until the next Central Committee meeting. How? Let’s just say democracy took an extended lunch break.
Despite loud protests about his absence, Mavai Senathirajah has been reaffirmed as the party leader. CVK Sivagnanam, in a performance that can only be described as "temporary permanence," continues as the deputy leader. The Central Committee managed to spend more time debating this leadership issue than actually leading.
Rumor has it that the pivotal decisions were made during a casual lunch break, where a select few decided to override party processes. "Who needs a constitution when you have biryani?" quipped one disgruntled committee member.
As whispers of favoritism filled the air, MP Srinivasan, the party’s spokesperson, valiantly defended the process, though it felt like watching someone try to balance a tower of cards in a wind tunnel. Meanwhile, those who opposed Senathirajah’s continued leadership were left questioning whether they had inadvertently attended a food festival instead of a political meeting.
M A Sumanthiran, a name synonymous with integrity and eloquence in the Tamil political sphere, was notably absent. While his non-attendance in parliament raised eyebrows, his apparent efforts to reconcile party rifts have left the educated Tamil electorate in Jaffna divided.
Jaffna voters, known for their high education levels and astute political acumen, are now grappling with what appears to be a massive electoral misstep. By voting out Sumanthiran—an outspoken critic of corruption and champion of national interests—they inadvertently paved the way for Rasamanickam from Batticaloa to shoulder the burden of representing Tamil interests in the Parliament.
Rasamanickam’s solo act is commendable, but even the best acrobat needs a safety net. The educated Tamil voters of Jaffna may have just realized that democracy, like a cricket match, is a team sport, you select best players to play, even though players are not Hindu.
What unfolded today is not just a leadership dispute—it’s a reflection of a deeper malaise within Tamil politics. The Central Committee’s inability to uphold its own constitution or provide clear direction underscores a larger problem: the prioritization of personal interests over collective progress.
As we head into the parliamentary elections, the Tamil minority faces a pivotal moment. Will they learn from their mistakes, or will history repeat itself? For now, the only thing certain is that the next Central Committee meeting better come with a side of clarity—hold the chaos.
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