Later Premadasa himself initiated dialogue with the LTTE which went on for more than a year.
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It also killed high profile figures, including Indian Prime Minister Rajiv Gandhi and Sri Lankan President Ranasinghe Premadasa.
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In both R Premadasa Stadium and Hambantota International Stadium, the pitch is ready, wicket is ready, grandstand is in very good condition and media room is ready.
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