1991 Punjab Killings

The 1991 Punjab killings refer to a series of violent incidents and extrajudicial killings that occurred in the Indian state of Punjab during the early 1990s, amid a backdrop of growing separatist movements advocating for Khalistan, a proposed Sikh homeland. The killings primarily involved the Sikh population, law enforcement agencies, and various political factions, resulting from the intense conflict between the Indian government and Sikh militants. Human rights organizations condemned the actions of both state and non-state actors, citing widespread abuses, including unlawful arrests, torture, and extrajudicial executions. The fallout from these events significantly impacted the socio-political landscape of Punjab and spurred ongoing debates about human rights and accountability in India.