Over 200 Sikh community representatives and families of 1984 anti-Sikh riot victims
Alleged glorification of a convicted rioter raises concerns about justice and accountability.
On August 22, 2026, over 200 Sikh community representatives and families of 1984 anti-Sikh riot victims protested near Rahul Gandhi’s Delhi residence, burning his effigy after he allegedly called a convicted rioter a “party role model.” They demanded an apology and his resignation. Several protesters were detained.
22 AUG 2026
— NDTV
Sikh leaders and families demanded an apology from the Congress party for allegedly praising convicted former leader Sajjan Kumar as a hero.
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Over 200 Sikh community members and victims' families protested near Rahul Gandhi's residence, burning an effigy and demanding an apology and resignation.
— NDTV
Punjab Congress leaders denounced former MP Sajjan Kumar as a "killer" and criticized praise from Deepender Singh Hooda, distancing themselves from Hooda's comments.
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