1. Historic Promise in Assembly
On August 25, 2025, during the Monsoon Session of Haryana’s Vidhan Sabha, Chief Minister Nayab Singh Saini announced a landmark decision: each of the 121 families that lost a member in the 1984 anti-Sikh riots will be offered one government job on a priority basis.
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2. Victims’ Losses and Restoration
The riots inflicted massive tragedy in Haryana—121 deaths, damage to 20 gurdwaras, 221 houses, 154 shops, 57 factories, 3 railway coaches, and 85 vehicles. This initiative aims to restore dignity and justice to those families.
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3. Submission Process
Families must submit the name of an eligible family member, agreed upon by mutual consent, to their respective district’s Deputy Commissioner, who will relay it to the Chief Secretary. Instructions and guidelines are expected to follow shortly.
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4. Emphasis on Justice and Reconciliation
CM Saini made it clear that this measure is rooted in both justice and compassion—a step toward moral restitution for the Sikh community burdened by decades of loss.
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5. Context and Significance
While other regions (such as Delhi) have previously taken steps—like offering employment to riot survivors—the Haryana scheme covers a broader set of 121 victims and is noteworthy for its administrative clarity and early timeline in the assembly.
