The Delhi High Court has taken up an appeal challenging the acquittal of Sajjan Kumar, a former member of parliament, in connection with the 1984 Anti-Sikh riots. The appeal was filed by Manjit Singh, a victim, who argues that the trial court failed to consider significant witness testimonies that corroborate Kumar's presence during the riots. On January 22, 2026, the trial court acquitted Kumar, stating that the prosecution did not prove his involvement beyond a reasonable doubt. The court's decision noted a lack of credible evidence linking Kumar to the unlawful assembly or the violence that ensued after the assassination of Prime Minister Indira Gandhi. Kumar faced charges under various sections of the Indian Penal Code, including rioting and murder. The High Court has scheduled the next hearing for September 29, 2026, as the appellant contends that Kumar misused his political influence to evade justice. The ruling also mentioned the evidentiary value of a lie detector test, which was not deemed sufficient for conviction.