Chandigarh, August 25, 2025: The Haryana government announced that it will provide priority government employment to one member from each of the 121 families who lost a relative in the 1984 anti-Sikh riots.
The announcement was made by Chief Minister Nayab Singh Saini during the ongoing monsoon session of the Haryana Vidhan Sabha. He affirmed the state’s commitment to supporting the affected families and ensuring justice.
Detailing the impact of the riots in Haryana, the Chief Minister said that about 20 Gurudwaras, 221 houses, 154 shops, 57 factories, three railway coaches, and 85 vehicles were destroyed. A total of 58 people were injured, and 121 lost their lives.
CM Saini urged the families to submit the name of one eligible family member, selected by mutual consent, to the Haryana Chief Secretary via the Deputy Commissioner of their respective districts. He added that official instructions regarding the process will be issued shortly.
Haryana to Offer Priority Government Jobs to Families of 1984 Anti-Sikh Riots Victims
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