1984 in India

The year 1984 in India was marked by significant political and social upheaval, punctuated by the assassination of Prime Minister Indira Gandhi on October 31. This event, motivated by her controversial decision to authorize Operation Blue Star—a military operation aimed at flushing out armed Sikh militants holed up in the Golden Temple—triggered widespread anti-Sikh riots across the country. The ensuing violence led to thousands of deaths, primarily among the Sikh community, and left a lasting impact on communal relations in India. Additionally, 1984 saw the Bhopal Gas Tragedy, one of the world's worst industrial disasters, which resulted in thousands of deaths and long-term health consequences for the affected population. The year is often associated with profound societal trauma and numerous political consequences.