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‘Uttering Sajjan’s name is sin’: Channi, Warring hit out at Hooda, call views ‘personal'
Congress MP Deepender Hooda has denied calling late leader Sajjan Kumar a role model, saying the words were put in his mouth by those playing politics. Punjab Congress leaders Charanjit Singh Channi and Raja Warring distanced themselves, while Haryana's Kuldeep Sharma demanded Hooda's removal from the CWC, and BJP, AAP, and SAD leaders criticized the remarks.
Hooda denies calling Sajjan Kumar 'role model' as Congress leaders, rivals react
Congress MP Deepender Hooda on Sunday denied calling late leader Sajjan Kumar a "role model," saying he never used the words nor harboured such a sentiment. The clarification came after his remarks following Kumar's death triggered a political controversy in Punjab, where the Congress faces elections in less than six months.
Kumar, who was serving two life sentences for his involvement in the 1984 anti-Sikh riots, died at the age of 80 on Thursday. Condoling Kumar's demise, Hooda had termed it a "loss to the country's political landscape" and praised the former Congress MP's "connect with people and contribution to Delhi's development."
When reporters asked Hooda if he had called Kumar a role model, the Rohtak MP said, "I did not use the words, nor did I harbour any such sentiment. These words are being put in my mouth by those who wish to play politics by undermining the spirit of brotherhood."
Hooda added, "I had no intention of hurting anyone's feelings; those who know me are aware that I never harboured any intent to cause hurt to anyone." He said his family shared a "centuries-old bond of brotherhood with Sikhs" and had stood by them in every struggle, including the farmers' agitation. He reiterated his family's stance on the 1984 riots, saying, "A grave injustice took place; the guilty must face strict punishment; the Sikh community deserves justice."
Some reports quoted Hooda as saying his statement had been "twisted" and that "English words are even being inserted into my statements that I never uttered." In a separate clarification, he expressed regret if anyone's feelings had been hurt, described the Sikh community as "family," and recalled the role of his great-grandfather Chaudhary Maturam in the 1908 Pagdi Sambhal Jatta movement.
Punjab Congress leaders distance themselves
Punjab Congress leaders were quick to distance themselves from Hooda's remarks. Former Punjab Chief Minister Charanjit Singh Channi described Kumar as a "murderer of the Sikhs" and a "traitor," and said, "Far from being a role model, even uttering his name is a sin." In a video message on X, Channi went further, saying Kumar "should have been shot publicly in a chowk," and that he "died in prison—a dark reminder of an individual who disgraced humanity and justice." He asserted that praising Kumar was unacceptable given the thousands of Sikhs killed in the 1984 violence.
Punjab Congress president Amrinder Singh Raja Warring also distanced the state unit, saying Hooda's remarks "may be his personal view." Warring described the 1984 violence as a "massive tragedy," adding that "the trauma runs deep in people's minds." Another Congress leader, Brinder Singh Dhillon, took to X to say that a conviction could not be erased by death and questioned how a person convicted in connection with the 1984 riots could be described as a great leader.
Haryana Congress leader demands Hooda's removal from CWC
Former Haryana Assembly Speaker Kuldeep Sharma, a senior Congress leader, wrote to party president Mallikarjun Kharge on Sunday seeking Hooda's removal from the Congress Working Committee (CWC). Sharma, who is also a former Congress lawmaker, accused Hooda of "extolling the virtues" of Kumar as a role model and said the remarks had "sent shock waves among the Sikh community."
In his letter, Sharma said a few of his Sikh friends from Haryana and Punjab had called him to express their resentment over "such an irresponsible statement." He warned that the controversy could hurt the Congress in Punjab, where elections are due, noting that after the farmers' agitation, "the Sikh community overwhelmingly voted for the Congress, but the community is having afterthoughts about supporting the party after such a statement."
Sharma wrote that the Congress had "disassociated itself completely" from Kumar and that Hooda's "immature and irresponsible remarks have weakened the Congress, especially in the eyes of the Sikh community." He urged Kharge to remove Hooda from the CWC to "heal the wounds that have now been re-opened." The Tribune reported that Sharma was the first Haryana Congress leader to publicly criticise Hooda over the issue; he and Hooda's father, Bhupinder Singh Hooda, were once close associates before falling out.
Reactions from rival parties
Rival parties in Punjab seized on the controversy. AAP MLA Kuldeep Singh Dhaliwal said the wounds of the 1984 anti-Sikh riots were still fresh and described Hooda's alleged remarks as "deeply hurtful to the Sikh community." He demanded that Rahul Gandhi, Sonia Gandhi, Priyanka Gandhi, and Kharge take action against Hooda, and questioned the silence of Punjab Congress leaders, including Partap Singh Bajwa, Charanjit Singh Channi, Sukhjinder Singh Randhawa, and Warring. Dhaliwal said the Sikh community could not forget Operation Blue Star and the 1984 violence, and that such statements amounted to "rubbing salt into old wounds." He also questioned a proposed BJP-SAD alliance, referencing LK Advani's book and Harsimrat Kaur Badal's resignation during the farm agitation, but claimed the alliance would not affect AAP.
Punjab BJP president Kewal Singh Dhillon said Hooda's remarks were a "condemnable attempt to rub salt on the wounds" of 1984 riot victims. Shiromani Akali Dal leaders Bikram Singh Majithia and Daljit Singh Cheema demanded an unconditional apology from Hooda and the Congress. Haryana BJP president Archana Gupta commented that the demand to remove Hooda had come "from within Congress," and that "the pain of the 1984 anti-Sikh riots lives on in the memories of thousands of Sikh families."
Background on Sajjan Kumar
Sajjan Kumar, a former three-time Lok Sabha MP from Outer Delhi, was convicted in cases related to the 1984 anti-Sikh riots. The Delhi High Court overturned his acquittal in the Raj Nagar case in 2018 and sentenced him to life imprisonment; in February 2025, he received another life sentence in the Saraswati Vihar murder case. His death at 80 while serving his sentences has rekindled memories of the violence that followed Indira Gandhi's assassination.
How each outlet told it
The Economic Times
Framing: Emphasizes Hooda's denial, similar to other articles, but with a focus on 'facing backlash'. — Neutral to slightly sympathetic to Hooda, giving prominent space to his denial.
Facts Included:
Deepender Hooda faced flak for allegedly calling Sajjan Kumar a role model and describing his death as 'irreparable loss'.
Kumar died at age 80 on Thursday, serving two life sentences.
Hooda termed Kumar's death a 'loss to the country’s political landscape' and praised his 'connect with people and contribution to Delhi’s development'.
SAD, BJP, and AAP hit out at Congress for 'anti-Sikh mindset'.
Hooda said he never used the words 'role model' and that words are being put in his mouth.
Hooda said he had no intention of hurting anyone and has centuries-old bond with Sikhs.
Hooda mentioned supporting farmers' agitation.
Hooda said 1984 riots were a grave injustice and guilty must face strict punishment.
Dhaliwal said wounds of 1984 massacre were still alive and called remarks hurtful.
Dhillon said 42 years later wounds remained unhealed and called it 'condemnable attempt'.
Warring distanced, saying it may be his 'personal view'.
Channi described Kumar as 'murderer of Sikhs' and 'traitor'.
Framing: Focuses on the demand for ouster, but includes Hooda's statement in the body, giving a balanced view. — Neutral to slightly critical, using quotes from Sharma but also giving Hooda's clarification.
Facts Included:
Former Haryana Assembly Speaker Kuldeep Sharma demanded Deepender's ouster from CWC in an August 23 communication to Kharge.
Sharma said Hooda's comments had 're-opened the wounds' of Sikh community and could damage Congress's prospects in Punjab.
Hooda described Sajjan Kumar as an 'example' and his death as 'irreparable loss'.
Kumar was accused of involvement in violence against Sikhs following Indira Gandhi's assassination and sentenced to life imprisonment.
Channi said it was unacceptable to praise Kumar who died in prison serving life sentences.
Warring distanced himself, saying remarks could be his personal view.
Sharma said after Kisan agitation Sikh community had voted for Congress but now had afterthoughts.
Sharma said opposition parties were taking up issue for political gains.
Sharma said statement on eve of Punjab elections harmed party's interest and urged removal from CWC.
Deepender in a statement said he had no intention of hurting anyone and that 1984 riots were a great injustice, guilty should be punished, and stand with Sikh community.
Framing: Focuses on Hooda's regret and the political uproar, highlighting the negative reaction. — Somewhat critical, focusing on the uproar and the protest, but including Hooda's regret.
Facts Included:
Deepender Hooda regretted his remarks describing Sajjan Kumar's death as 'irreparable loss'.
Hooda said his intention was never to hurt anyone and expressed pride in the Sikh community.
Hooda said the word 'role model' was never part of his statement.
Kumar died at Safdarjung Hospital on August 20, serving two life terms.
Warring distanced, calling remarks his 'personal view'.
Channi said Kumar 'orchestrated the conspiracy to have Sikhs killed and massacred and did not even deserve a place in a jail cell.'
Haryana Congress leader Kuldeep Sharma wrote to Kharge seeking Hooda's removal from CWC.
Members of DSGMC protested outside Rahul Gandhi's residence in Delhi, demanding apology.
Framing: Emphasizes Hooda's clarification and that his statements were 'twisted', focusing on his defense. — Sympathetic to Hooda, highlighting his apology and the claim that his words were twisted.
Facts Included:
Deepender Hooda clarified he never used the words 'role model' and issued an apology.
Hooda said 'English words are even being inserted into my statements that I never uttered'.
Kumar died at age 80 on Thursday, serving two life sentences.
Hooda termed Kumar's death a 'loss to the country’s political landscape' and praised his 'connect with people and contribution to Delhi’s development'.
SAD, BJP, and AAP hit out at Congress for 'anti-Sikh mindset'.
Hooda said words are being put in his mouth by those who wish to play politics.
Hooda said he had no intention of hurting anyone and has centuries-old bond with Sikhs.
Hooda mentioned supporting farmers' agitation.
Hooda said 1984 riots were a grave injustice and guilty must face strict punishment.
Dhaliwal said wounds of 1984 massacre were still alive and called remarks hurtful.
Dhillon said 42 years later wounds remained unhealed and called it 'condemnable attempt'.
Warring distanced, saying it may be his 'personal view'.
Channi described Kumar as 'murderer of Sikhs' and 'traitor'.
Framing: Emphasizes Hooda's denial, similar to TOI article, but includes the context of backlash. — Neutral to slightly sympathetic to Hooda, giving extensive space to his denial.
Facts Included:
Deepender Hooda denied calling Sajjan Kumar a role model.
Kumar was serving two life sentences for 1984 anti-Sikh riots, died at age 80.
Hooda said he never used the words 'role model' and had no such sentiment.
Hooda said words are being put in his mouth by those who wish to play politics.
Hooda said he had no intention of hurting anyone and has a centuries-old bond with Sikhs.
Hooda mentioned supporting farmers' agitation.
Hooda said 1984 riots were a grave injustice, guilty must face strict punishment, and stand with Sikh community.
Channi described Kumar as a 'murderer of Sikhs' and a 'traitor', and said even uttering his name is a sin.
Warring sought to distance, saying it may be his 'personal view'.
Dhillon said wounds remained unhealed and called it a 'condemnable attempt to rub salt'.
Dhaliwal said wounds of 1984 massacre were still alive and called remarks deeply hurtful.
Framing: Focuses on Punjab Congress distancing itself, highlighting the internal party division. — Neutral, reporting the events without obvious bias.
Facts Included:
Punjab Congress distanced itself from Deepender Hooda's remarks.
Hooda described Kumar as an 'example' and his death as 'irreparable loss'.
Channi described Kumar as a 'murderer of the Sikhs' and rejected any attempt to portray him as a role model.
Channi said praising Kumar was unacceptable, pointing to thousands of Sikhs killed.
Warring said the remarks could be his 'personal view' and described 1984 violence as a 'massive tragedy'.
AAP, BJP, and SAD attacked the Congress.
AAP MLA Dhaliwal said wounds remained alive and demanded action against Hooda, seeking clarification from Kharge, Rahul Gandhi, Sonia Gandhi, Priyanka Gandhi.
Punjab BJP president Dhillon said remarks were insensitive and accused Congress of reopening painful memories.
SAD leaders Bikram Singh Majithia and Daljit Singh Cheema demanded unconditional apology from Hooda and Congress.
Framing: Highlights Channi's strong condemnation, using the quote 'Uttering Sajjan’s name is sin' in headline. — Slightly dramatic, using strong language from Channi, but overall neutral.
Facts Included:
Channi said Sajjan Kumar 'should have been shot publicly' and it is a 'sin' to talk about him.
Kumar died at age 80 on Thursday, serving two life sentences.
Channi in X post said Kumar 'died in prison–a dark reminder of an individual who disgraced humanity and justice'.
Hooda described Kumar's death as 'irreparable loss' and praised his connection with people.
Warring distanced, saying it may be his 'personal view'.
Warring said 1984 riots were a 'massive tragedy' and wounds remained.
SAD, BJP, and AAP hit out at Congress.
Dhaliwal said wounds were still alive and called remarks hurtful.
Dhaliwal demanded action against Hooda and questioned his silence.
Dhillon said wounds remained unhealed and called it 'condemnable attempt'.
Framing: Focuses on the demand for removal and includes a comment from Haryana BJP president, adding an opposition perspective. — Neutral to slightly critical, reporting both the demand and the clarification.
Facts Included:
Kuldeep Sharma wrote to Kharge seeking removal of Hooda from CWC.
Sharma said Hooda's remarks 'extolling the virtues' of Kumar caused resentment.
Sharma said remarks reopened wounds and could hurt party prospects in Punjab.
Sharma said after farmers' agitation Sikh community voted for Congress but now had afterthoughts.
Sharma said opposition parties are taking up issue for political gains.
Sharma said statement on eve of Punjab elections harmed party interests and opened wounds.
Sharma said removal from CWC would heal wounds and demonstrate bona fides.
Sharma and Hooda's father were once close associates before falling out.
Hooda clarified he never used the words 'role model' and said words are being put in his mouth.
Haryana BJP president Archana Gupta commented that the demand came from within Congress and the Congress must clarify action.
Gupta said pain of 1984 riots lives on in memories of Sikh families.
Framing: Emphasizes Hooda's clarification, using his quote in headline, focusing on his denial. — Neutral to slightly sympathetic to Hooda, giving prominent space to his denial.
Facts Included:
Deepender Hooda faced backlash and then clarified he never used the words 'role model'.
Kumar served sentences for role in 1984 anti-Sikh riots, died at 80.
Hooda termed Kumar's death a 'loss to the country’s political landscape' and praised his 'connect with people and contribution to Delhi’s development'.
SAD, BJP, and AAP hit out at Congress for 'anti-Sikh mindset'.
Hooda said words are being put in his mouth by those who wish to play politics.
Hooda said he had no intention of hurting anyone and has centuries-old bond with Sikhs.
Hooda mentioned supporting farmers' agitation.
Hooda said 1984 riots were a grave injustice and guilty must face strict punishment.
Dhaliwal said wounds of 1984 massacre were still alive and called remarks hurtful.
Dhillon said 42 years later wounds remained unhealed and called it 'condemnable attempt'.
Warring distanced, saying it may be his 'personal view'.
Channi described Kumar as 'murderer of Sikhs' and 'traitor'.
Framing: Emphasizes Hooda's denial, using his quote 'Words being put in my mouth' in headline, focusing on his defense. — Neutral to slightly sympathetic to Hooda, as it gives prominent space to his denial.
Facts Included:
Deepender Hooda denied calling Sajjan Kumar a 'role model'.
Kumar died on August 20 at age 80, serving two life sentences for 1984 anti-Sikh riots.
Hooda said, 'I did not use the words, nor did I harbour any such sentiment. These words are being put in my mouth by those who wish to play politics by undermining the spirit of brotherhood.'
Hooda described anti-Sikh riots as a 'grave injustice' and demanded strict punishment for the guilty.
Hooda condoled Kumar's demise, terming it a 'loss to the country’s political landscape' and praising his 'connect with people and contribution to Delhi’s development'.
Channi described Kumar as a 'murderer of Sikhs' and a 'traitor', and said even uttering his name is a sin.
Warring sought to distance the state unit, saying it may have reflected Hooda's 'personal view'.
AAP MLA Kuldeep Singh Dhaliwal said wounds of 1984 massacre were still alive and called remarks deeply hurtful.
Punjab BJP president Kewal Singh Dhillon said wounds remained unhealed and described it as a 'condemnable attempt to rub salt'.
Framing: Focuses on the demand for removal, but also includes Hooda's denial and other reactions. — Neutral, reporting the events with direct quotes from multiple parties.
Facts Included:
Kuldeep Sharma urged Kharge to remove Hooda from CWC.
Sharma accused Hooda of praising Kumar, saying remarks sent shock waves and caused resentment.
Sharma said remarks could affect support among Sikh voters.
Sharma said statement on eve of Punjab elections harmed party's interests and opened wounds.
Sharma urged removal to demonstrate bona fides.
Hooda denied using the words 'role model' and said words are being put in his mouth.
Warring distanced, saying it may be his personal view.
Channi said Kumar 'should have been shot publicly' and described him as 'murderer of the Sikhs' and 'traitor'.
BJP, SAD, and AAP demanded clarification from Congress.
Hooda praised Kumar's death as 'irreparable loss' and called him a 'role model nationwide' (quote from Hooda: 'He is cited as a role model nationwide').
Kumar, 84, died at Safdarjung Hospital on Thursday, convicted in Raj Nagar case in 2018 and Saraswati Vihar case in February 2025.
Framing: Emphasizes the demand for expulsion from CWC over praise of Sajjan Kumar, highlighting the intra-party conflict. — Slightly critical of Hooda, using quotes like 'irresponsible statement' and 'immature and irresponsible remarks'.
Facts Included:
Punjab Congress president Amarinder Singh Raja Warring and former Punjab CM Charanjit Singh Channi distanced themselves from Deepender Hooda's praise of Sajjan Kumar.
Former Haryana Assembly Speaker Kuldeep Sharma complained to Congress president Mallikarjun Kharge and demanded Hooda's expulsion from CWC.
Sharma's email said the praise sent shock waves among the Sikh community and that he received calls from Sikh friends expressing resentment.
Sharma noted that after the farmers' agitation, the Sikh community had voted for Congress but now had afterthoughts.
Sharma said opposition parties were taking up the issue for political gains and that the statement on the eve of Punjab elections harmed the party and opened wounds.
Sharma urged removal from CWC to demonstrate bona fides, calling remarks immature and irresponsible.
Sharma is the first Haryana Congress leader to come out against Deepender after AAP, BJP, and Punjab Congress leaders.
Deepender had described Sajjan Kumar as a 'role model' and termed his death an 'irreparable loss'.
Sajjan Kumar was serving two life sentences for involvement in 1984 anti-Sikh riots.
Deepender's father Bhupinder Singh Hooda described Kumar as a friend and informed that two-minute silence would be observed during CLP meeting.
Channi described Sajjan Kumar as a 'murderer of the Sikh community and a traitor' and said he should have been shot in public.
Warring described Hooda's praise as his personal opinion and said they stand by victims of 1984 riots.
AAP, SAD, and BJP leaders are seeking clarification from Congress.
Framing: Focuses on the expulsion demand, similar to first article, but includes Hooda's clarification in the body. — More balanced than the first, including Hooda's denial and expression of regret, while still reporting the criticism.
Facts Included:
Punjab Congress president Amrinder Singh Raja Warring and former Punjab CM Charanjit Singh Channi distanced themselves from Hooda's remarks.
Former Haryana Assembly Speaker Kuldeep Sharma sought Hooda's removal from CWC in an email to Kharge.
Sharma said Hooda described Sajjan Kumar as 'role model' and his death as 'irreparable loss'.
Sharma said remarks sent 'shock waves' through Sikh community and could hurt Congress politically ahead of Punjab elections.
Sharma said Congress had 'disassociated itself completely' from Kumar and urged removal to demonstrate bona fides and 'heal the wounds'.
Sharma is the first Haryana Congress leader to publicly criticise Hooda after AAP, BJP, SAD, and Punjab Congress leaders sought clarification.
Sajjan Kumar was serving two life sentences for involvement in 1984 anti-Sikh riots.
Hooda issued a clarification saying his statement was 'distorted and presented out of context' and that he never uttered an English word attributed to him.
Hooda said he had no intention of hurting anyone and expressed regret if feelings were hurt.
Hooda described Sikh community as 'family' and recalled his great-grandfather's role in 1908 Pagdi Sambhal Jatta movement.
Hooda said victims deserved justice and no guilty person should be spared.
Framing: Highlights Channi's strong condemnation and the 'spot' the Congress is in, emphasizing the internal conflict. — Descriptive and somewhat dramatic, using words like 'divide' and 'spot'.
Facts Included:
Former CM Charanjit Singh Channi called it a 'sin to talk about him' regarding Sajjan Kumar.
Kumar died at a Delhi hospital on Thursday, serving life sentence for 1984 riots.
Deepender Hooda described Kumar as a 'role model' and his death as 'irreparable loss'.
Channi described Kumar as an 'inhuman person', holding him responsible for killing Sikhs in Delhi.
Channi said suffering of families could not be forgotten.
Channi in X post said it is a sin to talk about him and a dark reminder.
Warring sought to distance, saying it may be his personal view.
Warring said no person can forget the pain and trauma of 1984.
Congress leader Brinder Singh Dhillon questioned the praise, saying conviction could not be erased by death.
Kumar was a former three-time Lok Sabha MP from Outer Delhi.
Framing: Focuses on Dhaliwal's criticism, framing it as an attack on Hooda and the Congress. — Critical of the Congress, as it highlights the AAP's accusations and questions the party's stance.
Facts Included:
AAP chief spokesperson and MLA Kuldeep Singh Dhaliwal criticised Deepender Singh Hooda for his alleged remarks.
Dhaliwal said the wounds of the 1984 anti-Sikh riots were still afresh and the remark was deeply hurtful.
Dhaliwal urged Congress leaders Rahul Gandhi, Sonia Gandhi, Priyanka Gandhi, and Kharge to take action against Hooda.
Dhaliwal questioned the silence of Punjab Congress leaders including Partap Singh Bajwa, Channi, Sukhjinder Singh Randhawa, and Warring.
Dhaliwal said Congress leadership should clarify whether it stood with families of riot victims or with leaders making such statements.
Dhaliwal referenced Operation Blue Star and violence in Delhi, Kanpur in 1984.
Dhaliwal questioned proposed BJP-SAD alliance, referring to LK Advani's book and Harsimrat Kaur Badal's resignation.
Dhaliwal said a BJP-SAD alliance would not affect the AAP.
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ClaimSajjan Kumar died at the age of 80 on Thursday.
ClaimFormer Haryana Assembly Speaker Kuldeep Sharma sought Deepender Hooda's removal from the Congress Working Committee in a communication to Congress president Mallikarjun Kharge.
ClaimKewal Singh Dhillon said that 42 years after the 1984 Sikh massacre, the wounds of victim families remained unhealed and called the remarks a 'condemnable attempt to rub salt'.
ClaimDeepender Hooda said he shared a centuries-old bond of brotherhood with the Sikh community and had stood with them in every struggle, including the farmers' agitation.
ClaimDeepender Hooda termed Sajjan Kumar's death a 'loss to the country's political landscape' and praised his 'connect with people and contribution to Delhi's development'.
ClaimKuldeep Sharma is the first Haryana Congress leader to publicly criticise Deepender Hooda over the issue after AAP, BJP, SAD and Punjab Congress leaders sought clarification.
ClaimKuldeep Singh Dhaliwal urged Congress leaders Rahul Gandhi, Sonia Gandhi, Priyanka Gandhi and Mallikarjun Kharge to take action against Deepender Hooda.
ClaimCongress leader Brinder Singh Dhillon said a conviction could not be erased by death and questioned how a person convicted in connection with the 1984 riots could be described as a 'great leader'.
ClaimDeepender Hooda's father, Bhupinder Singh Hooda, described Sajjan Kumar as a friend and said a two-minute silence would be observed during a CLP meeting.
ClaimMembers of the Delhi Sikh Gurdwara Management Committee protested outside the residence of Rahul Gandhi in Delhi, demanding an apology from the party.
ClaimHaryana BJP president Archana Gupta said the demand to remove Hooda from the CWC came from within the Congress and the party must clarify what action it intended to take.
9 outlets · 14 articles consulted: The Economic Times, Hindustan Times, Moneycontrol, The New Indian Express, Outlook India, ThePrint, Times Now, The Times of India, The Tribune38 claims extractedVersion 6Written 2026-08-24