‘His personal views’: Punjab Congress distances itself from Deepender Hooda over Sajjan Kumar tribute row

Punjab Congress leaders distanced the party from Deepender Singh Hooda’s remarks. Hooda described Sajjan Kumar, a 1984 riots convict, as a nationwide role model. The party stated its support for riot victims and their affected families. Hooda’s comments drew sharp criticism from Sikh groups and opposition parties. Sajjan Kumar, convicted in the 1984 anti-Sikh riots, died recently.