Thousands marched in London commemorating the 40th anniversary of Operation Blue Star, the Indian Army’s 1984 raid on the Golden Temple. The demonstration, organized by the Sikh Federation UK, saw calls for an independent investigation into Britain’s role in the operation, with the Labour Party pledging support for such an inquiry if elected. The event also saw pro-Khalistani chants and flags, highlighting the ongoing demand for a separate Sikh homeland.
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June 6 holds significant historical importance in India, marking events such as Operation Blue Star in 1984, the coronation of Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj as king of the Maratha Empire in 1674, and the tragic Bihar train accident in 1981 with a death toll ranging from 800-1,000.