BJP holds 'Zakhum 84 De' convention on 1984 anti-Sikh riots in Chandigarh today

Four decades after the 1984 anti-Sikh riots, Punjab BJP is gathering in Chandigarh today to discuss the pursuit of justice and the condition of the victims. Named 'Zakhum 84 De', this one-day congregation will run from morning till evening inside Hotel Parkview in Sector 24.

Event organizers and BJP general secretary Rajnish Dhiman and media head Vineet Joshi stated that the truth of that era will be brought before the youth through this program. Additionally, discussions will be held on the long legal battles fought in courts and the rehabilitation of those affected.

The day will begin with Punjab BJP president Kewal Singh Dhillon and party state in-charge Dr. Satish Poonia inaugurating an exhibition of photographs and documents related to the riots. Following prayers for the peace of the departed souls, former Union Minister Ravi Shankar Prasad will deliver the keynote address on legal aspects during the inaugural session.

During various sessions of the convention, victims and eyewitnesses will share their ordeals. These will include Nirpreet Kaur, Jangsher Singh, Darshan Kaur, Satpal Kaur, and Bibi Jagdish Kaur via video. Former RAW officer G.B.S. Sidhu and MP Vikramjit Singh Sahni will participate in the discussion on allegations of government conspiracies behind the riots.

To analyze the flaws and legal hurdles exposed during investigations, former Supreme Court special investigation team head and former judge S.N. Dhingra, senior lawyer H.S. Phoolka, and advocate Ashok Kashyap will hold talks. Delhi government minister Manjinder Singh Sirsa will also express his views on the issue of securing punishments for the culprits.

Haryana Chief Minister Nayab Singh Saini will attend the closing session to mention the facilities and relief work provided to the victims by BJP governments. National party spokesperson R.P. Singh will conduct the proceedings of the entire program.

Meanwhile, Punjab BJP chief Kewal Singh Dhillon has raised questions regarding Congress leader Rahul Gandhi's Punjab visit and Sangrur rally. He stated that Congress should accept historical responsibility for the 1984 riots and apologize to Punjab and the Sikh community.

Key developments

• BJP holds one-day convention in Chandigarh over 1984 anti-Sikh riots
• Victims, eyewitnesses, legal experts, and former judges to present views
• Haryana Chief Minister Nayab Singh Saini to attend closing session
• BJP demands apology from Congress during Rahul Gandhi's Punjab visit