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In a significant development related to the 1984 anti-Sikh riots, the Rouse Avenue court has directed the framing of charges against Congress leader Jagdish Tytler. This decision comes in connection with the Pul Bangash Sikh killings case.

 

The court found sufficient grounds to presume that Tytler played a role in instigating the violence that led to the deaths of three Sikhs and the attack on Gurudwara Pul Bangash.

 

Special CBI Judge Rakesh Syal, overseeing the case, indicated that the evidence suggests Tytler’s involvement in inciting the mob that attacked the Gurudwara.

 

According to the court's assessment, the charges against Tytler will include various sections of the Indian Penal Code, including those related to unlawful assembly and murder. However, the court decided not to proceed with charges under one particular section due to insufficient grounds.

 

The court’s ruling is based on testimonies and statements from witnesses, which reveal Tytler's alleged role in encouraging the mob’s violent actions. These actions included setting the Gurdwara on fire and committing various crimes against the Sikh community. Witness accounts suggest that Tytler, alongside other individuals, was involved in provoking the crowd to target the Gurudwara and its worshippers.

 

In detailing the events of November 1, 1984, the court described how a large mob gathered at Gurudwara Pul Bangash. This mob, armed with weapons and flammable materials, sought to destroy the Gurudwara and harm Sikhs.

 

The violence led to the tragic deaths of Badal Singh, Thakur Singh, and Gurcharan Singh, who were killed by the attackers. The court noted that while two bodies were found, the remains of the third victim were completely destroyed by fire.

 

The court also highlighted the significant role of Tytler in this violence, indicating that he may have led the mob and incited them with calls to further violence.

 

Despite the complex nature of the case and the involvement of many unknown individuals, the court emphasised that Tytler could be held accountable alongside others.

 

This case marks a critical moment in addressing the aftermath of the 1984 riots, with ongoing legal proceedings aimed at ensuring justice for the victims and accountability for those involved in the violence.

 

The court’s decision to frame charges against Tytler underscores the continuing efforts to bring closure to this tragic chapter in Indian history.