( Newshub Desk) In a significant moment of political introspection, Congress leader Rahul Gandhi has publicly accepted responsibility for all past mistakes committed by his party, including the 1984 anti-Sikh riots.
His comments, made during a Q&A session at Brown University’s Watson Institute in the United States, have reignited debates on political accountability and justice.
Addressing a Sikh attendee’s pointed questions regarding the Congress Party’s role in the tragic events of 1984, Gandhi stated, “I am more than happy to take responsibility for everything the Congress party has ever done wrong in its history.
This remark comes amid continuing concerns over justice for victims and criticism of Congress’s handling of figures like Sajjan Kumar, who was convicted in 2018 for his involvement in the riots.
While previous Congress leaders, including former Prime Minister Manmohan Singh and Sonia Gandhi, have expressed regret over the violence, critics argue that words alone are insufficient and that concrete action is long overdue.
Gandhi also reiterated his respect for the Sikh community, mentioning his multiple visits to the Golden Temple and consistent condemnation of the 1984 violence.
His remarks have sparked renewed discussions on the sincerity of the party’s apologies and whether meaningful reparations will follow.
The video of the exchange continues to gain traction, fueling conversations on Congress’s legacy, accountability in Indian politics, and the broader issue of communal harmony in the country.
