AHRC Extends Support to “Karunilam” Protest Against Ilmenite Mining

Trincomalee | August 6, 2025

The AHAM Humanitarian Resource Center (AHRC) extended its support to the ongoing “Karunilam” protest, a people’s movement opposing ilmenite mineral sand mining in the Mannar District.

An awareness event was held today (06.08.2025) in Trincomalee to strengthen the protest and highlight the concerns of affected communities. The operational team of AHRC participated in the event, expressing solidarity with the people resisting the environmental and livelihood impacts of the mining activities.

The “Karunilam” protest has gained increasing attention as communities continue to raise their voices against mineral sand extraction, emphasizing its potential consequences on land, environment, and local livelihoods.