June 1984 attack on Sikhs

Hundreds participated in Sikh sovereignty march towards New York based UN headquarters

Recognise the systematic killing of Sikhs 30 years ago as Genocide – Sikh bodies to David Cameron (Open Letter)

Dal Khalsa head in UK to attend commemoration function of 30th anniversary of Amritsar Massacre of June 1984

Thousands of Sikhs march in London to mark 30th anniversary of Ghallughara June 1984

Sikhs call on UK PM to tackle Narendra Modi on Self-determination on 30th anniversary of Amritsar Massacre of June 1984

Ghallughara 1984 and Sikh youth; And the Politics of remembering and forgetting

Amritsar city shuts down on 30th anniversary of Amritsar Massacre of June 1984 by Indian Army

Global Minorities Alliance commemorates Operation Blue Star Massacre of 1984

Police surrounded outer entrance of Darbar Sahib for short period after clashes broke out on 30th anniversary of June 1984

What Gen R Dyer means to Indians, Gen Kuldip Brar means to Sikhs: Dal Khalsa; Sikh Youth body held “Ghallughara” memorial March in Amritsar

“Operation Blue Star” – The clash of Civilizations

Remembering June 1984 – 30th anniversary of Indian army assault on Sri Darbar Sahib: VFF statement

Akal Takhat Jathedar makes plea for “peacefully” observing 30th anniversary of Ghallughara June 1984

Sikh body calls for “Amritsar shutdown” on 6 June to mark 30th anniversary of army attack on Darbar Sahib

Sikhs to March for Sovereignty at UN Headquarters in NYC on June 6th

30 Years of June 1984 attack: Sikh body to hold Conference and Genocide Remembrance March on June 5

SFJ to hold “Sovereignty March” in New York; Sikh body to seek UN enquiry into June 1984 Human Rights violations

UK Sikh Diaspora looks forward for Truth, Justice, Freedom on 30th anniversary of June 1984 massacre

Congress and BJP ‘doing’ trade on Sikh pain: Dal Khalsa

UK: Pressure mounts on David Cameron for probe into June 1984 Amritsar massacre

Amarinder, Jaitley exchange over June 1984 attack has something in common

UK & June 1984 Sikh massacre – Various UK politicians supporting demand of independent public inquiry : Sikh Federation UK

Assault on Kuldip Brar: UK court sentences another Sikh to 10 years imprisonment

UK: Labour party’s Rob Marris Calls for Public Inquiry into UK links with Amritsar Massacre of June 1984

UK: Labour Candidate calls for inquiry into Amritsar Massacre; Says recent govt. report left serious questions unanswered

UK Sikh groups probe into British government role in Amritsar Massacre of June 1984

Italy: Another Sikh arrested in relation to 2012 attack on Kuldip Brar

UK Sikhs to protest outside Downing Street to demand independent Public inquiry into Amritsar Massacre

UK complicity in Amritsar Massacre – Cabinet Secretary report has Inherent limitations: Sikh Federation UK

History of Genocide of Indian Minorities Since 1984 — How US Congress Can Respond [OFMI Video]

Role of Badal in June 1984 attack – AISSF demands resignation of Punjab CM Parkash Singh Badal

OP-ED: The loneliness of Sikhs – by Avtar Singh

UK: David Cameron faces a boycott of Tory candidates by Sikhs if he refuses to discuss Sikh concerns about Amritsar Massacre

Punjab CM Prakash Singh Badal should clear all the allegations against him: AISSF (Peer Mohammad)

Badal-Captain blame-game about June 1984 attack: Attempt to exonerate & diminish acts and misdeeds of the real perpetrator

Amrinder Singh poses questions over Parkash S. Badal’s role regarding the tragic events of June 1984

Sikhs take out Walk for Justice in Delhi

Punjab has moved on from ‘tragic times’ of ’84: Tiwari – “Sikhs shall hold India accountable for it’s crimes”: SFJ

UK links with June 1984 attack – Sikhs for Justice to move European Court

BJP equally responsible for supporting June 1984 attack; AISSF demands Badal Dal to sever ties with BJP

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June 1984 attack on Sikhs

Hundreds participated in Sikh sovereignty march towards New York based UN headquarters

June 9, 2014

It is learnt that hundreds of Sikhs from New York and neighboring States took part in a “Sovereignty March” outside the United Nations Headquarters on June 06, 2014. The march was organized by US based Human Rights and advocacy group called "Sikhs for Justice". The march was held to mark the 30th anniversary of Indian army attack on Darbar Sahib (Amritsar) and other Sikh gurdwaras in June 1984.

Recognise the systematic killing of Sikhs 30 years ago as Genocide – Sikh bodies to David Cameron (Open Letter)

June 9, 2014

Tens of thousands of Sikhs from across the UK have today gathered in central London to commemorate the 30th anniversary of the June 1984 attack on the Sri Harmander Sahib Complex.

Dal Khalsa head in UK to attend commemoration function of 30th anniversary of Amritsar Massacre of June 1984

June 8, 2014

Urging the UN and the US to put the perpetrators of army attack of June 1984 on trail for war-crimes, the Dal Khalsa head Harchranjit Singh Dhami said many innocent pilgrims were shot and bombed after they were arrested and their hands tied in violation of international rules and norms.

Thousands of Sikhs march in London to mark 30th anniversary of Ghallughara June 1984

June 8, 2014

Protesting against the attack by Indian Army at Akal Takhat, Darbra Sahib complex and various other Sikh gurdwaras in June 1984, the UK Sikh diaspora held a march in central London. The march from Hyde Park to Trafalgar Square involved sloganeering and chanting.

Sikhs call on UK PM to tackle Narendra Modi on Self-determination on 30th anniversary of Amritsar Massacre of June 1984

June 7, 2014

As Sikhs all over the world mark 30 years since the notoriously bloody Indian Army attack in June 1984 on the holiest Sikh shrine (Sri Harimandar Sahib, often called the Golden Temple) in Amritsar, leading Sikh organisations have asked David Cameron to repay the debt owed by Britain to the Sikh nation. They want him to press the new Indian Government to respect the right of self-determination and other human rights, or face stern international sanctions.

Ghallughara 1984 and Sikh youth; And the Politics of remembering and forgetting

June 7, 2014

It is not over. Three decades are not enough that the opponents can claim that the memories are fading. It is not true that Sikhs are forgetting it. One could gauge the truth from the profile or timeline photos of youths having Sikh-relations. There is Tsunami of sketches or photos of Sant Jarnail Singh Bhindranwale or of Akal Takhat at social sites. “Never Forget 1984” is the pet slogan.

Amritsar city shuts down on 30th anniversary of Amritsar Massacre of June 1984 by Indian Army

June 6, 2014

Amritsar, Punjab (June 06, 2014): The city of Amritsar observed a near complete bandh (shut-down) on 6 June 1984 – on 30th anniversary of Indian Army's attack on Darbar Sahib. The shut-down call was given by Sikh nationalist body Dal Khalsa.

Global Minorities Alliance commemorates Operation Blue Star Massacre of 1984

June 6, 2014

A human rights organisation is urging people to stand in solidarity with Sikh communities around the world to mark the 30th anniversary of the infamous Operation Blue Star, a massacre of thousands of Sikhs at their holiest shrine, the Golden temple, by the Indian army.

Police surrounded outer entrance of Darbar Sahib for short period after clashes broke out on 30th anniversary of June 1984

June 6, 2014

Amritsar, Punjab (June 06, 2014): Mild altercation over handing over mic for making a speech turned into bloodily clashes between SGPC’s “Task Force” and some youth groups supposed to be supporters of Simran Jeet Singh Mann led Mann Dal. As the SGPC task force resorted to indiscriminate lathi-charge near Akal Takhat Sahib, many from the […]

What Gen R Dyer means to Indians, Gen Kuldip Brar means to Sikhs: Dal Khalsa; Sikh Youth body held “Ghallughara” memorial March in Amritsar

June 5, 2014

Reiterating their call for Amritsar Bandh on June 6 to protest against the army assault on Darbar Sahib some 30 years ago, the Dal Khalsa said the pain of the deadly attack is fresh and the wounds of the attack still simmer.

“Operation Blue Star” – The clash of Civilizations

June 5, 2014

30 years on- the wounds are still simmering; the pain is still deep embedded in the minds and hearts of the Sikhs. The injustices of that period are still haunting Sikh psyche. The idea of ‘Forgetting as survival mechanism’ unleashed by Indian state is still pricking the Sikh soul.

Remembering June 1984 – 30th anniversary of Indian army assault on Sri Darbar Sahib: VFF statement

June 5, 2014

This week, from June 1st to June 6th is the 30th anniversary of Indian army attack on Sri Darbar Sahib (Golden Temple), Amritsar, Punjab, the sanctum sanctorum of the Sikhs and dozens of other historical Gurudwaras across India.

Akal Takhat Jathedar makes plea for “peacefully” observing 30th anniversary of Ghallughara June 1984

June 2, 2014

In an appeal made on the name of Sikh Panth from Akal Takhat, Jathedar of the Takhat Giyani Gurbachan Singh Khalsa has urged Sikh Panth not to make political allegations on June 6 when the Sikh Panth will be observing 30th anniversary of attack on Akal Takhat at Amritsar.

Sikh body calls for “Amritsar shutdown” on 6 June to mark 30th anniversary of army attack on Darbar Sahib

June 1, 2014

Amritsar/Moga (June 01, 2014): Leaders of Dal Khalsa has given the call for “Amritsar shutdown” on 6 June to mark the 30th anniversary of army attack at Darbar Sahib and Akal Takht Sahib, code-named Operation Bluestar by the government of India in 1984

Sikhs to March for Sovereignty at UN Headquarters in NYC on June 6th

May 18, 2014

New York, Punjab (May 15, 2014): On June 06, human rights group "Sikhs for Justice" (SFJ) will hold a "Sikh Sovereignty March" in Manhattan to mark the 30 year of attack on the Golden Temple, the Vatican of Sikhism. The march, which is expected to be attended by more than 5000 Sikhs, will start in front of India's Permanent Mission to the UN and will end at United Nations Headquarters.

30 Years of June 1984 attack: Sikh body to hold Conference and Genocide Remembrance March on June 5

May 12, 2014

Amritsar, Punjab (May 12, 2014): To observe and commemorate the 30th anniversary of army attack on Darbar Sahib, the Dal Khalsa has resolved to organize a 'conference followed by Genocide Remembrance Parade on 5th June. The decision was taken at a meeting of office bearers held at party head-office today.

SFJ to hold “Sovereignty March” in New York; Sikh body to seek UN enquiry into June 1984 Human Rights violations

May 9, 2014

US based human rights group Sikhs For Justice (SFJ) will submit a complaint to the UN assistant secretary general for Human Rights Ivan Simonovic seeking UN investigation into the gross human rights violations allegedly committed by Indian Army during June 1984 attack on Darbar Sahib and other Sikh Gurdwaras in Punjab and adjoining states.

UK Sikh Diaspora looks forward for Truth, Justice, Freedom on 30th anniversary of June 1984 massacre

April 13, 2014

London, United Kingdom (April 13, 2014): According to a press statement by the Sikh Federation UK [t]he theme to mark the 30th anniversary of the Genocide of Sikhs in 1984 is TRUTH > JUSTICE > FREEDOM. In the last few months the truth has slowly started to emerge.

Congress and BJP ‘doing’ trade on Sikh pain: Dal Khalsa

March 30, 2014

Amritsar, Punjab (March 30, 2014): Dal Khalsa has accused both Congress and the BJP for 'doing' trade on Sikh pain and using it as a political bargaining tool.

UK: Pressure mounts on David Cameron for probe into June 1984 Amritsar massacre

March 30, 2014

London, United Kingdom (March 29, 2014): Pressure is mounting on British Prime Minister David Cameron to order an independent public inquiry into UK's involvement in Operation Blue Star.

Amarinder, Jaitley exchange over June 1984 attack has something in common

March 27, 2014

Amritsar, Punjab (March 27, 2014): Amritsar is witnessing an exchange of blames between two poll contenders. The issue is June 1984 attack on Darbar Sahib. One of the contenders is Arun Jaitley, whose outlook as a Hindutva protagonist is a well known fact.

UK & June 1984 Sikh massacre – Various UK politicians supporting demand of independent public inquiry : Sikh Federation UK

March 22, 2014

London, United Kingdom (March 22, 2014): In ten days time the Sikh Federation (UK) will be releasing the names of all UK politicians who have confirmed support for an independent public inquiry into UK Government involvement in the massacre of innocent Sikhs by the Indian army in June 1984.

Assault on Kuldip Brar: UK court sentences another Sikh to 10 years imprisonment

March 22, 2014

London, UK (March 22, 2013): A British court has jailed another Sikh for ten years for alleged attempt to assassinate Kulbir Brar, a former Indian army lieutenant general in 2012.

UK: Labour party’s Rob Marris Calls for Public Inquiry into UK links with Amritsar Massacre of June 1984

March 7, 2014

London, United Kingdom (March 07, 2014): According to information shared by the Sikh Federation UK: Rob Marris the Labour’s Prospective Parliamentary Candidate for the Wolverhampton South West constituency, has hit out at the UK Government in a letter regarding it’s recent inquiry by Cabinet Secretary into British involvement in June 1984 attack on Darbar Sahib / Harmandar Sahib by Indian Army.

UK: Labour Candidate calls for inquiry into Amritsar Massacre; Says recent govt. report left serious questions unanswered

February 26, 2014

London, UK (February 26, 2014): It is learnt that following the recent revelations regarding the 1984 attack on Sri Harmandir Sahib in Amritsar, Tan Dhesi, Labour Parliamentary Candidate for Gravesham wrote to party leader, Ed Miliband expressing his concern, and asked for Mr Miliband’s support for an independent inquiry into the extent of the then Thatcher government’s involvement in the attack.

UK Sikh groups probe into British government role in Amritsar Massacre of June 1984

February 21, 2014

London, United Kingdom (February 21, 2014): As per certain media reports prominent Sikh organisations in Britain have demanded a full inquiry into the extent of the country's involvement in the Indian army deadly attack on the Darbar Sahib in Amritsar, in June 1984.

Italy: Another Sikh arrested in relation to 2012 attack on Kuldip Brar

February 21, 2014

London, UK (February 21, 2014): According to a news reported by the Sikh Channel UK there has been another arrest in the case of the 2012 attack on controversial ex-Indian army officer Kuldeep Brar.

UK Sikhs to protest outside Downing Street to demand independent Public inquiry into Amritsar Massacre

February 20, 2014

London, United Kingdom (February 20, 2014): As per information available with the Sikh Siyasat News (SSN) a peaceful protest outside 10 Downing Street later today (12 non-2pm) is expected to attract hundreds of Sikhs.

UK complicity in Amritsar Massacre – Cabinet Secretary report has Inherent limitations: Sikh Federation UK

February 19, 2014

London, UK (February 18, 2014): According to a written statement released by the Sikh Federation UK, the recently released UK cabinet secretary's report about UK links with June 1984 attack on Darbar Sahib confirms the fact that the review only examined files and documents from December 1983 through to June 1984.

History of Genocide of Indian Minorities Since 1984 — How US Congress Can Respond [OFMI Video]

February 18, 2014

This video covers the Sikh Genocide in 1984, the Babri Mosque destruction in 1992, the murder of Australian missionary Graham Staines in 1999, the Gujarat Genocide in 2002, and the Odisha Pogrom of Christians in 2008.

Role of Badal in June 1984 attack – AISSF demands resignation of Punjab CM Parkash Singh Badal

February 17, 2014

Moga, Punjab (February 17, 2104): With the most recent discovery that Parkash Singh Badal, had sought army action in a meeting with Union Home Minister PV Narsimha Rao, All India Sikh Students Federation (Peer Mohammad), demanded that Punjab Chief Minister’s should resign owing moral responsibility for his support to June 1984 attack at Sri Harmandir Sahib by Indian Government.

OP-ED: The loneliness of Sikhs – by Avtar Singh

February 17, 2014

1984 become one of the important and dreadful year of modern Sikh historical calendar. The scars of two massacres of that year still haunt the sole of Sikhs. Every day Sikhs feel the pricks of the authoritarianism of Indian democracy. The wounds of that era are still simmering in one way or the other. Although Indian state is trying its best to put the historical aspects and facts of that tragic year under carpet but those events themselves are strong enough to die down.

UK: David Cameron faces a boycott of Tory candidates by Sikhs if he refuses to discuss Sikh concerns about Amritsar Massacre

February 16, 2014

London, United Kingdom (February 16, 2014): “Thousands of Sikh voters could boycott Conservative candidates at next year’s general election in protest at David Cameron’s refusal to launch a public inquiry into Britain’s role in the 1984 Amritsar massacre”, The Telegraph has reported.

Punjab CM Prakash Singh Badal should clear all the allegations against him: AISSF (Peer Mohammad)

February 16, 2014

Chandigarh/ Punjab (February 15, 2014): All India Sikh Students Federation (AISSF) has demanded that Punjab Chief Minister Prakash Singh Badal should clear all the allegations made against him about his role before and during the Indian army's June 1984 attack on Darbar Sahib, Amritsar.

Badal-Captain blame-game about June 1984 attack: Attempt to exonerate & diminish acts and misdeeds of the real perpetrator

February 13, 2014

Hoshiarpur, Punjab (February 13, 2014): Dal Khalsa slammed Chief Minister Parkash Singh Badal and his predecessor Captain Amrinder Singh for washing dirty linen in public. The organization said by engaging in a diatribe against each other both the leaders were exonerating and diminishing the acts and misdeeds of the real perpetrator (Indian state) of June and November 1984 painful episodes.

Amrinder Singh poses questions over Parkash S. Badal’s role regarding the tragic events of June 1984

February 12, 2014

Chandigarh/ Punjab (February 12, 2014): Events related to infamous “Operation Blue Star” or the June 1984 attack on Harmandar Sahib (Amritsar) is once again in discussion but from a different perspective. A war of words is going on between former Punjab CM and Congress Party leader Amrinder Singh and current CM and Badal Dal patron Parkash Singh Badal.

Sikhs take out Walk for Justice in Delhi

February 11, 2014

New Delhi/ Jalandhar (February 11, 2014): It is learnt that hundreds of SIkh men, women and children Carrying torches (mashal's) in their hands took out 'Walk for Justice' from Gurdwara Bangla Sahib up to the residence of Prime Minister Dr Manmohan Singh at Race Course Road in Delhi on Monday (FEb. 10) evening symbolizing enlightening and awakening of Congress party to stop atrocities on Sikhs and give them the Justice.

Punjab has moved on from ‘tragic times’ of ’84: Tiwari – “Sikhs shall hold India accountable for it’s crimes”: SFJ

February 9, 2014

Chandigarh/ Punjab (February 09, 2014): India's Information and Broadcasting Minister Manish Tewari reportedly said on February 08 that Punjab had moved on from the terrible times of 1984 anti-Sikh pogrom followed by militancy and was now in the process of healing itself.

UK links with June 1984 attack – Sikhs for Justice to move European Court

February 9, 2014

Chandigarh/ Punjab (February 08, 2014): Dismayed over British Foreign Secretary William Hague's disclosure that the UK had advised India on the planning and execution of Operation Blue Star, Sikhs For Justice (SFJ), an international human rights group, has said it will file a complaint in the European Court of Human Rights against the UK for aiding, abetting and complicity in 1984 army invasion of the Darbar Sahib Amritsar.

BJP equally responsible for supporting June 1984 attack; AISSF demands Badal Dal to sever ties with BJP

February 8, 2014

Amritsar, Punjab (February 7, 2014): With the role of British government in planning and executing infamous “Operation Blue Star” making headlines, All India Sikh Students Federation (AISSF) presented a memorandum to Akal Takhat Jathedar, about the support provided by LK Advani to Indira Gandhi to attack Sri Harmandir Sahib in June 1984 and association of BJP with Shiromani Akali Dal (Badal).

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