Janatha Vimukthi Peramuna (JVP) founder Rohana Wijeweera has been arrested after 35 years, and his son, Uvindu Wijeweera, shared the following message on his Facebook page:
“Some places we have lived in hold remarkable memories.
Incredible encounters, unforgettable farewells.
As the second generation of this journey, I return to Ulapane in Kandy. Nearly 35 years ago, my mother carried me from this very land on a dark night, holding my younger brother in her arms, guiding my older sister by hand, fleeing in fear of death… a place we left behind so long ago. (In this moment, I think of all mothers and children from both sides who endured that dark past.)
Life is extraordinary.
Walking along the road, I see Ulapane’s St. Mary’s Estate and the current Youth Services Council.
My mother, who came from Ulapane to the camp that day, is still there… I wonder if I will ever step into that house again. There is much left to accomplish in the pursuit of justice until that day arrives.
Today, we bid our farewells from a distance.
Father, I see you in my mind, walking for the last time toward St. Mary’s Garden in Ulapane.”
