"Punjab 1984" refers to a significant and tragic period in the Indian state of Punjab during the early 1980s, marked by rising tensions between the Indian government and the Sikh community. The situation escalated with the demand for an independent Sikh state called Khalistan, leading to widespread violence and unrest. The climax of this turmoil occurred in June 1984 with Operation Blue Star, a military operation aimed at removing militant leader Jarnail Singh Bhindranwale and his supporters from the Golden Temple, a sacred site for Sikhs. The operation resulted in heavy casualties and significant damage, further deepening the divide and leading to long-lasting repercussions in the region.