Congress leader Jagdish Tytler has made headlines as he appeared in court as an accused in a case related to the infamous 1984 anti-Sikh riots. Tytler is facing allegations of making inflammatory statements and inciting violence against Sikhs during the tragic incident. The incident in question took place on November 1, 1984, at Gurdwara Pul Bangash in New Delhi. Three individuals lost their lives, and the shrine was set ablaze during the violence that ensued.
According to witnesses, Tytler arrived at the gurdwara and allegedly shouted, “Kill the Sikhs….they have killed our mother.” His speech was said to have incited violence, leading to the attacks on the gurdwara. Witnesses further claimed that Tytler expressed disappointment over the limited killing of Sikhs in his constituency compared to other areas, allegedly rebuking his supporters.
Another shocking statement alleges that Tytler visited a hospital on November 3, 1984, expressing anger at the lack of adherence to his instructions for large-scale killings of Sikhs. These claims have formed the basis of the charge sheet filed by the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI), which accuses Tytler of being part of an unlawful assembly that violated prohibitory orders and instigated violence against Sikhs.
In light of the charges, Tytler has been charged with offenses including rioting, abetment, and murder by the CBI. However, he has been granted anticipatory bail and has already furnished the necessary bond. The court has imposed certain conditions on Tytler, including preventing him from tampering with evidence or leaving the country without permission.
This appearance in court marks a significant development in the long-standing case surrounding the 1984 anti-Sikh riots. As the accused, Jagdish Tytler will now face further legal proceedings as the court evaluates the evidence and witnesses’ accounts surrounding the tragic events that occurred at Gurdwara Pul Bangash. The trial will shed light on the alleged inflammatory statements made by Tytler and his alleged involvement in inciting violence against Sikhs during this dark chapter in India’s history.
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