Seven Tamil political parties have joined forces to organize a human chain protest set to take place in Jaffna on October 4th. The protest aims to strongly condemn the disturbing death threats that led to the resignation of Mullaitivu District Judge T. Saravanaraja and to draw the attention of the international community to the growing risk facing Sri Lanka's judicial independence.

Judge T. Saravanaraja's resignation sent shockwaves through the nation as he cited persistent threats and harassment as the primary reasons for stepping down. His decision followed a landmark ruling on the Kurundimalai temple issue, which had far-reaching implications.

The threats targeting Judge Saravanaraja have sparked widespread condemnation from various political circles within Sri Lanka. The situation has not only raised concerns about the safety of those within the judicial system but also the broader issue of preserving the independence and integrity of the nation's legal institutions.

In a joint statement, the seven Tamil political parties expressed their deep concerns about the threats faced by Judge Saravanaraja and the potential implications for the judiciary. They view these threats as an affront to the fundamental principles of justice and a serious threat to the rule of law.

The planned human chain protest in Jaffna signifies a united front among these political parties to stand against any attempts to compromise judicial independence in Sri Lanka. It is also an opportunity to express solidarity with Judge Saravanaraja and all those who work tirelessly to uphold the principles of justice in the country.