In one of the deadliest attacks during the Sri Lankan Civil War, a car bomb exploded in Colombo, causing the deaths of 106 people and injuring many more. The explosion occurred in a bustling area, catching civilians and security personnel alike in its deadly wake. The Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE), a militant organization fighting for the rights of Tamils in Sri Lanka, claimed responsibility for this merciless act of violence. They targeted the Sri Lankan state as part of their long-standing struggle for autonomy and independence amidst increasing oppression and marginalization of the Tamil population.The bombing exemplified the brutal tactics employed by the LTTE, which aimed to instill fear and provoke responses from the government. In addition to the immediate toll on human life, the attack had repercussions that extended into the political realm, influencing the government's military and police responses. The tragic event led to heightened tensions and retaliatory actions that would cycle back into increased violence, marking a significant turning point in the protracted conflict. Public sentiment was affected deeply, both locally and internationally, as the scale of the tragedy sparked discussions about the humanitarian aspects of the civil war. The government faced pressure to address not only the security concerns stemming from such attacks but also the underlying issues of ethnic discrimination that fueled the conflict. The impact of the car bomb in Colombo reverberated throughout Sri Lanka and the Tamil diaspora, underlining the urgent need for a resolution to the ongoing strife.