Delhi High Court Offers Fresh Review on Sajjan Kumar Acquittal in Riots Case

The Delhi High Court has issued a notice of appeal against the acquittal of former MP Sajjan Kumar in the 1984 Anti-Sikh riots case. Victim Manjit Singh challenges the Rouse Avenue court’s ruling citing unconsidered evidence. The case's next hearing is scheduled for September 29.

The Delhi High Court has taken a significant step by issuing a notice on an appeal challenging the acquittal of former MP Sajjan Kumar in relation to the 1984 Anti-Sikh riots case. The case, associated with FIRs filed at Janakpuri and Vikas Puri Police Stations, will be revisited in light of new arguments presented.

A division bench consisting of Justices Prathiba M Singh and Madhu Jain has set a date of September 29 to address the appeal filed by Manjit Singh, a victim of the 1984 riots. The victim’s legal team, including Advocates Kamna Vohra, Gurbaksh Singh, and Surpreet Kaur, is contesting the trial court's decision to acquit Kumar, alleging that the credibility of witness testimonies was overlooked.

Previously, in January 2026, the Rouse Avenue court had acquitted Sajjan Kumar, citing insufficient evidence of his direct involvement in the crimes during the riots. However, the appellant argues that testimonies and evidence affirming Kumar’s presence and his alleged misuse of power were not adequately considered, warranting a reevaluation of the trial court’s judgement.