A political controversy has emerged within the Haryana Congress following remarks attributed to senior leader Deepender Hooda regarding the late Sajjan Kumar. Kumar, a former Member of Parliament, had been serving two life sentences for his involvement in the 1984 anti-Sikh riots before his death at age 80. The comments, which reportedly involved praise or a positive reference to Kumar, drew immediate criticism from political opponents and observers given the sensitive nature of the 1984 riots.

Following the public outcry, Deepender Hooda issued a formal retraction. He expressed regret for the remarks, effectively walking back the statements that had sparked the backlash. While the specific context of the original comments remains limited in reports, the incident has highlighted ongoing internal tensions within the Haryana Congress and the political sensitivity surrounding the legacy of figures associated with the 1984 riots. The situation underscores the challenges party leaders face when navigating historical controversies that continue to resonate in contemporary Indian politics.