Delhi Court to Announce Verdict in Sajjan Kumar's 1984 Anti-Sikh Riots Case on February 7
The case involves the alleged killings of two individuals during the riots following Indira Gandhi's assassination, with evidence suggesting Kumar led a mob.
- Former Congress MP Sajjan Kumar faces charges related to the murder of Jaswant Singh and his son Tarundeep Singh during the 1984 anti-Sikh riots.
- The killings occurred on November 1, 1984, in the Saraswati Vihar area, following the assassination of then-Prime Minister Indira Gandhi.
- Prosecution alleges Kumar not only participated in the mob violence but also led the group responsible for the murders and destruction of Sikh property.
- A special investigation team took over the case, and charges were framed against Kumar in December 2021 after finding sufficient evidence for trial.
- The verdict is reserved by Special Judge Kaveri Baweja and is expected to be delivered on February 7, following final arguments in January 2025.