Other Tamil groups , however , sought a separate state by force . Conflict between Tamil and government has lasted 1948 . At least 65,000 killed , At least 65,000 homeless , 100,000-plus fled to south India . Tigers have their roots in 1948 of Sri Lanka 's independence in more than 25 years . The group has demanded a separate Tamil state in northern and eastern Sri Lanka .
Conflict between Tamil and government has lasted 1948 . At least 65,000 killed , At least 65,000 homeless , 100,000-plus fled to south India . Tigers have their roots in 1948 of Sri Lanka 's independence in more than 25 years . The group has demanded a separate Tamil state in northern and eastern Sri Lanka .