The Haryana government has taken a significant step to address a longstanding grievance, announcing a provision for government employment to the families of victims of the 1984 anti-Sikh riots. Deputy Commissioner Satpal Sharma made the official announcement on Tuesday, marking a move towards restorative justice for affected families.
Eligibility and Application Process
This compassionate decision extends to families who lost a member during the tragic riots of 1984. The benefit applies irrespective of whether the incident occurred within Haryana or in any other part of the country. However, all the appointments under this scheme will be made strictly within the state of Haryana.
For affected families residing in Panchkula, the administration has set a clear application window. They must submit the necessary details and documents at Room 120 of the Mini Secretariat by December 18. The required paperwork is crucial for verification and includes:
- The full name of the deceased.
- The exact date and place of death.
- A certified copy of the death certificate.
- A copy of the First Information Report (FIR) or any other valid document that confirms the death took place during the 1984 riots.
Additionally, families must provide comprehensive details of the family member they are proposing for the government job.
Mode of Appointment and Authority
The Haryana government has outlined a structured process for these appointments. All jobs will be offered through the Haryana Kaushal Rozgar Nigam, the state's skill employment corporation. This ensures a formal and regulated hiring process.
Importantly, the appointments will not be arbitrary. They will be made strictly on the basis of the qualifications possessed by the family member nominated for employment. This approach aims to provide sustainable livelihood support while maintaining the integrity of the public employment system.
A Long-Awaited Measure for Justice
This announcement is seen as a pivotal measure in delivering long-pending justice and support to the families scarred by the 1984 violence. For decades, these families have sought recognition and compensation for their immense loss.
The decision by the Haryana government to offer a government job provides not just financial stability but also a sense of societal acknowledgment and closure. It represents a tangible effort to heal historical wounds and integrate the principle of welfare into governance for affected communities.
The directive from Deputy Commissioner Satpal Sharma sets a clear administrative process in motion, with the December 18 deadline urging eligible families to come forward and secure their rightful benefit under this new policy.
