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Gulbarg Society Massacre of 2002 - Echoes of Injustice (Ghosts of the Past) - S01E1004

CrimePod Castle by Amitesh Surwar

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Welcome to CrimePod Castle, where we revisit haunting cases that continue to resonate through history. In this episode of Ghosts of the Past, host Amitesh Surwar explores the harrowing story of the Gulbarg Society Massacre—one of the darkest chapters of the 2002 Gujarat riots.

On February 28, 2002, a mob of thousands unleashed a wave of brutality on Gulbarg Society in Ahmedabad, killing 69 people, including former Congress MP Ehsan Jafri. The massacre exposed systemic failures, institutional apathy, and the devastating impact of communal hatred. Survivors like Zakia Jafri led decades-long legal battles, shining a light on the courage needed to confront injustice.

In this episode, we cover:

  • The communal tensions leading up to the Gujarat riots.
  • The tragic events of February 28, 2002 ... 
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