When a Tree Shook Delhi  (English, Paperback, Mitta Manoj)

Many will remember the unfortunate incident of 3000 members of a minority community being slaughtered in a span of 3 days in 1984. It is an event that stands out even in a country that is accustomed to mass violence. It has been more than twenty years now and none of the accused have been punished. There have only been extended inquiries and trials.

Summary of the Book

The massacre of the Sikhs had happened during the time of Prime Minister Indira Gandhi’s assassination. The incident was a reality check on the institutions of the rule of law in India that were hyped at the time. This book attempts to uncover the truth that is told on the basis of evidence. Most of this evidence came to light during the proceedings of the most recent judicial enquiry that was conducted by the Nanavati Commission. The authors are among the people who have the most amount of knowledge on the subject and provide us with a detailed account of the truth with insights and revelations on the horrific incident of 1984 and its aftermath.

About Manoj Mitta

Manoj Mitta is a journalist who has given readers a critical view of India’s record on the rule of law, human rights and judicial accountability. He is a Senior Editor with The Times of India. He has previously worked with The Indian Express and India Today.

About H. S. Phoolka

Harvinder Singh Phoolka started a campaign for justice of the victims of the 1984 carnage. He is a senior advocate who practices in Delhi, and has been made counsel for the Central Government, the Punjab government, and the Election Commission of India.