Battle of Amritsar Sahib | Operation Blue Star | June 1984 Podcast #EP3

Welcome to Part 3 of our 4-part special podcast series marking the 40th anniversary of June 1984. In this episode, we delve into the intense and emotional Battle of Amritsar, where on June 1st, 1984, the Indian Army launched an attack on Sri Harmandir Sahib, also known as the Golden Temple. Known as Operation Blue Star, countless innocent Sikhs were killed during this time. This powerful podcast highlights the day-by-day battle that raged from June 1st to June 7th. You'll learn about the fierce resistance led by Sant Jarnail Singh Ji and the brave Singh’s of the 80s as they stood against a tyrannical government, defending their faith and the sanctity of the Gurdwara. Join us as we explore the significance of this historic event, the unwavering spirit of the defenders, and what a Gurdwara stands for. This is a must-listen for anyone interested in Sikh history, faith, and resilience. Timestamps: 0:00 – Highlights from podcast 1:50 – Introduction 3:45 – Was 1984 the first time Darbar Sahib was attacked? 7:20 – How did Sant Ji come to Darbar Sahib? 11:45 – Dharam Yudh Morcha 12:50 – History of Anandpur Sahib Resolution 23:20 – Sant Ji’s power 30:00 – What is civil dis-obedience? 32:00 – Multiple Sikhs left the army and joining Sant Ji 32:30 –Bhai Labh Singh Ji 34:45 – Sant Ji brings the Akaali Dal together 37:20 – Propaganda against Sikhs 42:20 – List of Shaheeds 47:50 – 6 Things needed for a Gurdwara 54:40 – Swami Meets Sant Ji 55:50 – How did the Singhs get shaster? 58:10 –Government attack Sikhi and Sikhs 1:00:50 – Preparations for June 1984 1:03:40 – History of General Shabeg Singh Ji 1:07:30 – June 1st Attack 1:08:30 – Bhai Mehnga Singh Ji Shaheedi 1:08:55 – Sant Ji goes to Hazur Sahib Ji 1:10:20 – Kaar Seva Sants support for June 1984 1:11:00 – Bhai Mehnga Singh Ji 1:13:10 – Bhai Mehnga Singh Ji’s ardaas 1:15:00 – Antim Sanskaar of Bhai Mehnga Singh Ji 1:16:00 – June 2nd – Shaheedi Purab of Guru Arjan Dev Ji 1:18:30 – June 3rd – Seva continues in Darbar Sahib 1:20:30 – Britain support Indian army with Sikh Genocide 1:21:40 – Sikhs retaliate 1:24:00 – 4th June – Army bomb Darbar Sahib using artillery 1:24:40 – Darbar Sahib Maryada continues 1:27:00 – The bravery of the Sikh fighters 1:30:30 – Amazing story of Bhai Harcharan Singh Ji 1:31:00 – June 5th – 74 Different Gurdware attacked in June 1984 1:33:00 – General Shabeg Singh becomes shaheed 1:33:00 – June 6th – Many Sikhs had become shaheed 1:35:00 – Armed Vehicles brought into Darbar Sahib 1:36:00 – Tanks are fired in Darbar Sahib 1:37:20 – Giani Mohar Singh and family give shaheedi 1:38:40 – Ardaas done at Akaal Takhat Sahib 1:39:50 – Sant Ji’s final message to the Singhs 1:41:20 – Journalists watch the battle from far 1:42:10 – Many Sikh Civilians are killed 1:43:30 – June 7th – the trapped sangat are killed 1:44:30 – Rape and alcohol consumption take place in Darbar Sahib 1:45:50 – Army start cleaning up 1:46:30 – Sikh Army turn up to Darbar Sahib 1:47:40 – Sikh Sevadaars and Sri Guru Granth Sahib Ji are shot 1:49:00 – The final shaheeds of June 1984 in Darbar Sahib 1:49:30 – False Media stories 1:51:00 – India Government attacking Sant Ji’s personality 1:53:30 – Earning the title of Khalsa – Guru Gobind Singh Ji 1:55:00 – The shaheeds are lighthouse’s 1:57:40 – Khalistan 1:59:00 – The struggle continues after June 1984 1:59:30 – Change in structure of Darbar Sahib – How did the Sikhs leave? 2:02:00 – Bank Robbery 2:03:10 – Atrocities by Indian Government 2:08:40 – Arrests of Sikhs after June 1984 2:09:00 – Akaali Dal members killed 2:11:30 – 72 hours of Kirtan during the Attack 2:12:50 – Sikhs keep bricks from Akaal Takhat Sahib 2:14:30 – Do Sikhs need Justice for 1984? 2:16:00 – Young Kids thought process before June 1984 2:17:00 – Chardi Kalla of Singhs 2:18:00 – Where does the word ‘Khalistan’ come from? 2:23:20 – Recap of Podcast 2:24:30 – Final Message – Manpreet Singh 2:29:30 – Final Message – Manivjot Singh 2:31:00 – Final Message – Shamsher Singh 2:34:00 – Final Message – Baljit Singh A Big Thank You To: Bhai Maniv Singh - Sikh Human Rights Bhai Shamsher Singh - NSYF/Khalistan Centre Bhai Baljit Singh - JangNama Bhai Manpreet Singh - World Sikh Parliament & Babbar Akali 🔔 Don't forget to like, subscribe, and hit the notification bell to stay updated on the latest episodes. #Amritsar1984 #GoldenTemple #SantJarnailSingh #SikhHistory #PodcastSeries #June1984 #BattleOfAmritsar #SikhFaith #Gurdwara #Resilience #HistoricalPodcast