A fresh investigation has been ordered into the Chittisinghpora massacre that took place in Kashmir in 2000, where 35 Sikhs were brutally killed. The announcement was made by Jammu and Kashmir Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha on Saturday, following a meeting with a delegation representing the victims' families.

The delegation, "35 Shaheed Singhs Welfare Organisation", led by Chairman S. Jagjeet Singh, met with the Lieutenant Governor to reiterate their demand for justice and a thorough investigation into the massacre. They also raised various welfare issues related to the next of kin of the civilians killed, including compassionate appointment under SRO-43, extension of benefits at par with non-migrant Kashmiri Pandits, reservation in admissions in government universities/colleges, and financial assistance for the construction of a memorial at Chittisinghpora.

Responding to the delegation's plea, Lieutenant Governor Sinha reaffirmed his government's commitment to delivering justice to the families affected by terrorism in Jammu and Kashmir. He assured that a thorough inquiry will be conducted, the truth will be brought out, and justice will be served. He also assured that the issues and grievances of the families of those killed in the massacre will be addressed with the utmost sensitivity and on priority. Furthermore, he assured that eligible family members would receive compassionate appointments and financial assistance for self-employment.

The Chittisinghpora massacre occurred on March 20, 2000, in the Anantnag district of South Kashmir. Thirty-five Sikhs were killed by Pakistan-sponsored terrorists. The attack took place on the eve of then US President Bill Clinton's visit to India. The incident sent shockwaves across the country and highlighted Pakistan's role in sponsoring terrorism in the region.

The families of the victims have been seeking justice for nearly 25 years. The Lieutenant Governor's assurance has rekindled hope for them.