Sajjan Kumar Convicted in 1984 Anti-Sikh Riots Case

Former Congress MP Sajjan Kumar was convicted by a Delhi court in connection with the murders during the 1984 anti-Sikh riots. The case involved the killing of two individuals, and Kumar was found guilty of leading the mob responsible for the violence. Sentencing arguments are scheduled for February 18.

A Delhi court convicted former Congress Member of Parliament Sajjan Kumar in a high-profile case concerning the 1984 anti-Sikh riots, specifically in connection with the murders in Saraswati Vihar.

The court issued its ruling on Wednesday, with Special Judge Kaveri Baweja presiding. Arguments regarding Kumar's sentence are set for February 18, marking a critical juncture in a decades-long pursuit of justice.

Initially taken up by the Punjabi Bagh police station, the case was later led by a special investigation team. A significant aspect of the prosecution's case was evidence suggesting Kumar was not only involved but also orchestrated the mob violence targeting Sikhs following Indira Gandhi's assassination.