Kewal Dhillon corners Rahul Gandhi on justice for 1984 victims

Punjab BJP President Kewal Singh Dhillon has cornered the Congress party over the delay in getting justice for the victims of the 1984 anti-Sikh riots, ahead of Congress leader Rahul Gandhi's scheduled rally in Sangrur.

Questioning the proposed 'Insaaf Rally' of the Congress, Kewal Singh Dhillon said that even after 42 years have passed, why is the party sitting silent on getting justice for the victims. He alleged that the Congress has continuously worked to shield those involved in the massacre.

The BJP President said that Sikhs were killed in Delhi and other cities. He questioned Rahul Gandhi as to why Congress leaders involved in this conspiracy were given protection instead of strict action, and why victim families did not get justice despite remaining in power for a long time.

Dhillon asked Rahul Gandhi if he would accept the historical and moral responsibility of his family and party and apologize to Sikhs in Punjab and across the country. He said that Rahul Gandhi should not side-step this issue during the Sangrur rally and give a clear answer to the people.

On the other hand, during the 'Zakham 84' conference, victims of the massacre also challenged Rahul Gandhi to an open debate. The victims alleged that Congress neither apologized to the victims nor made efforts to apply balm on their wounds or ensure justice.

During the session of the conference, RP Singh challenged Rahul Gandhi to a debate with BJP leader Ravi Shankar Prasad, H.S. Phoolka, and victim Nirpreet Kaur. On this occasion, Nirpreet Kaur, Satpal Kaur, and Jagsher Singh, among others, narrated the incidents that happened to them and their struggle for justice in the courts.

Key developments

• Kewal Singh Dhillon questioned Rahul Gandhi on 1984 victims' justice ahead of the Sangrur rally.
• Said that even after 42 years, Congress is silent on getting justice for victims.
• Victims and leaders challenged Rahul Gandhi to an open debate.