Lionel Bopage speaks on the evolution of the Liberation of Tamil Tigers Eelam (LTTE) and Prabharakan’s role in making the outfit what it is today. Lionel Bopage was a former General Secretary of the JVP and was involved with the party since 1968 until his resignation in 1984.

Other related contributions by Lionel Bopage to Groundviews can be found here.

See also Prabakaran’s Role in Tamil National Struggle: Interview with Shanthi Sachithanandan.

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