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Punjab AAP leaders have strongly criticized Congress following P Chidambaram's recent remarks about the 1984 events. They questioned why Congress continues to protect figures like Jagdish Tytler who were involved in the Sikh genocide. The leaders emphasized that the Sikh community worldwide still carries the fresh wounds of these atrocities. They also accused Chidambaram of trying to shield Congress leadership by deflecting blame for Operation Bluestar.

Key Points: AAP Slams Congress Over Chidambaram 1984 Sikh Genocide Remarks

  • AAP questions why Congress continues to honor 1984 riot accused with key positions
  • Leaders demand Rahul Gandhi explain protection of Jagdish Tytler
  • Chidambaram accused of shielding Congress leadership over Operation Bluestar
  • Sikh community worldwide still carries fresh wounds from Congress atrocities
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Punjab AAP slams Congress after Chidambaram's 1984 remarks

Punjab AAP leaders demand answers on Congress protecting 1984 riot accused like Jagdish Tytler and question Rahul Gandhi's continued association with them.

"Rahul Gandhi should tell the nation, for how long will he continue to reward and protect such people? - Malvinder Singh Kang"

Chandigarh, Oct 12

Punjab Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) Member of Parliament Malvinder Singh Kang and legislator Inderbir Singh Nijjar, on Sunday, reacted to Congress leader P. Chidambaram's statement regarding the 1984 Sikh genocide.

The AAP leaders asked why the Congress "continues to repeatedly hurt the sentiments of Sikhs and why Rahul Gandhi still keeps Jagdish Tytler, one of the culprits of the Sikh massacre, by his side".

They said that the Congress "is still honouring the main accused, Sajjan Kumar, Jagdish Tytler, and Kamal Nath, by giving them key positions and recognition".

In a statement, the AAP leaders said that the atrocities committed by Congress can never be forgotten.

Kang asked, "This is the same Congress that openly honoured those involved in the mass killings of Sikhs in Delhi -- Sajjan Kumar, Jagdish Tytler, and Kamal Nath -- by giving them ministerial and Chief Ministerial positions. Rahul Gandhi should tell the nation, for how long will he continue to reward and protect such people?"

He warned Chidambaram that merely admitting that what happened was wrong does not erase Congress' crimes and sins.

He said that the wounds inflicted on Sikhs in Punjab and Delhi are still fresh in the hearts of the Sikhs across the world.

Kang added that the Sikhs can never forget Congress' atrocities and the genocide committed against them and that the Congress can never be forgiven for these crimes.

AAP MLA Nijjar, reacting to Chidambaram's remarks about Operation Bluestar, said that trying to share the blame with the Army and Intelligence agencies, instead of placing full responsibility on the then former Prime Minister Indira Gandhi, was a clear attempt to shield the Congress leadership.

He clarified that everything that happens in the country is done with the consent of the head of the state.

During Operation Bluestar, Indira Gandhi was the Prime Minister, and she was fully responsible for the entire incident.

He said that the Sikhs in Punjab and across the world can never forgive Indira Gandhi and the Congress for the attack on Sri Harmandir Sahib.

AAP leader Nijjar also questioned Congress' continued defence of the culprits of the 1984 Delhi riots, saying that Sajjan Kumar, Jagdish Tytler, and Kamal Nath had played a direct role in instigating violence and killing Sikhs.

"Yet, Congress rewarded them with Ministries and Chief Ministerial posts, clearly showing that the party's intentions were never sincere," he added.

- IANS

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Sarah B
As someone who grew up hearing stories from Sikh friends about 1984, this political blame game needs to stop. Real healing requires genuine accountability, not just election-time statements.
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Priya S
The wounds of 1984 will never heal until justice is served. My Sikh neighbors still get emotional talking about that dark period. Political parties should stop using this tragedy for votes.
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Michael C
While AAP is right to raise this issue, I wish they'd focus more on governance in Punjab rather than just political attacks. Both parties need to move beyond blame games.
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Ananya R
Operation Bluestar and 1984 riots were the darkest chapters in our history. No political party has clean hands when it comes to justice for Sikh community. We need truth and reconciliation, not politics.
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Vikram M
Congress should have apologized properly long back and taken action against the accused. Protecting criminals for political gains shows their true character. Sikh community deserves better. 🙏

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