In a sharp critique that echoes the lingering pain of one of India’s darkest chapters, BJP national general secretary Tarun Chugh has vehemently opposed the Rouse Avenue Court’s decision to acquit former Congress leader Sajjan Kumar in a 1984 anti-Sikh riots case. Labeling the verdict as profoundly heartbreaking, Chugh highlighted how it reopens wounds that have festered for 41 long years.
Speaking exclusively to IANS, Chugh expressed deep concern over the justice system’s apparent failure. ‘Even after four decades, attempts to shield the guilty in such heinous cases are alarming for our judiciary,’ he stated. He underscored that those responsible for inciting violence against Sikhs and murdering innocents must face punishment without fail.
Chugh didn’t hold back in accusing the Congress party of a pattern of protecting individuals accused of grave offenses. ‘Congress has consistently tried to shelter such oppressors, denying justice to victims,’ he charged. This acquittal, he argued, inflicts fresh agony on families still awaiting closure.
Shifting focus to a positive note, Chugh welcomed a recent Rajasthan government initiative addressing demographic imbalances. He called it a vital step toward national population equilibrium. ‘Identifying and deporting infiltrators is essential. Illegal residents encroach on the rights of poor Indian citizens,’ he asserted.
According to Chugh, this policy strengthens both national security and social harmony. It protects vulnerable populations and ensures resources aren’t diverted to outsiders. As India grapples with complex demographic challenges, such measures signal a commitment to safeguarding citizen welfare. The BJP leader’s remarks come at a time when political discourse on justice and security remains fiercely contested.