Death of former MP Sajjan Kumar

8 UPDATES · 11 DAYS · 20 AUG 2026 — 30 AUG 2026

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Latest · 30 Aug 2026

Following Sajjan Kumar's death, three BJP MPs visited his residence, prompting criticism from senior advocate HS Phoolka.

What this timeline covers

This event covers the death of former Congress MP Sajjan Kumar in a hospital while serving a life sentence for his role in the 1984 anti-Sikh riots, including the subsequent legal rulings, emotional reactions from survivors, and the political controversy regarding visits to his residence. It excludes other actions by the Congress party, the BJP, or the Delhi High Court that are unrelated to the specific developments surrounding Sajjan Kumar's death.

The full story, from the beginning

20Aug

STORY BEGINS — NDTV

Sajjan Kumar, a former Congress MP and 1984 riots convict, died at age 80 on Thursday at Delhi's Safdarjung Hospital after being rushed there from Tihar jail.

NDTV

Former Congress MP Sajjan Kumar, convicted of murder in the 1984 anti-Sikh riots, died while serving life sentences.

The Hindu

Sajjan Kumar, a former Congress MP convicted of crimes related to the 1984 anti-Sikh riots, died at age 84 after being admitted to Safdarjung Hospital.

The Hindu

Sajjan Kumar, a former Delhi Congress leader and convicted for his role in the 1984 anti-Sikh riots, died at age 81.

The Hindu

The death of former Congress MP Sajjan Kumar on August 20, 2026, triggered emotional responses from survivors of the 1984 anti-Sikh riots.

25Aug

The Hindu

The Delhi High Court abated Sajjan Kumar's appeal after his death, concluding his legal challenge to his 1984 riots conviction.

29Aug

NDTV

Following the death of Sajjan Kumar, three BJP MPs visited his house, prompting BJP chief Nitin Nadda to reprimand them for their actions.

30Aug

LATEST UPDATE — NDTV

Following Sajjan Kumar's death, three BJP MPs visited his residence, prompting criticism from senior advocate HS Phoolka.

Story concluded