On September 24, Thayaga Arasiyal Thurai conducted a commemoration in Theravil, Mullaitivu, to honour Thiyagi Thileepan as this year marks the 36th anniversary of his death.
The 35th anniversary of Annai Poopathy's hunger strike and death continues to be commemorated throughout the North-East. As a symbol to highlight the ongoing political struggles of the Tamil people.