Operation Blue Star: Black day in Indian history

On June 1, 1984, Operation Blue Star, launched by the Indian Army on orders by Prime Minister Indira Gandhi, began. It ended on June 8, when the Army withdrew from the temple complex.

Air India Flight 182 Akal Takht Sahib battle between the terrorists and armed forces Bhindranwale Black day in Indian history Golden Temple complex Hindu-Sikh riots khalistan movement Indian army Media India Group MIG Migtv Operation Blue Star Prime Minister Indira Gandhi Prime Minister Indira Gandhi assacination Sikh Guru Arjan Dev Sikh separatist leader Jarnail Singh Bhindranwale Tanks of the 16th Cavalry Regiment total number of deaths during Operation Bluestar 5000 to 7000