curiosity

Sajjan Kumar's Dark Legacy as 1984 Riots Convict

Who Was Sajjan Kumar? From 3 Time Congress MP to 1984 Riots Convict Sajjan Kumar's legacy is marked by a career that spanned both power and persecution.

At 80, he has passed away behind bars for crimes linked to the 1984 anti Sikh riots.

For those familiar with India's tumultuous politics in the late 20th century, Kumar's name was synonymous with the Congress party's dark underbelly – its willingness to do whatever it took to maintain power, no matter how many lives were lost.

Read the full story

Read on Encyclox →