39 Years On: Remembering the 1985 Kanishka Bombing Tragedy

Indian missions in Canada marked the 39th anniversary of the 1985 Kanishka bombing, which killed 329 people. High Commissioner Sanjay Kumar Verma emphasized the global threat of terrorism. The memorial events included tributes from Indian and Canadian officials, highlighting the importance of international cooperation against terrorism.

In a poignant commemoration, Indian missions in Canada's Ottawa and Toronto marked the 39th anniversary of the devastating 1985 Kanishka bombing, a tragic episode in civil aviation history that claimed 329 lives, including 86 children.

High Commissioner Sanjay Kumar Verma paid homage to the victims, underscoring the urgent need for global unity in tackling terrorism. 'Human lives are more important than political gains,' Verma stated during the solemn event attended by family members, Canadian officials, and over 150 Indo-Canadian community members.

The Montreal-New Delhi Air India Flight 182 was mercilessly blown up by Sikh militants, a grim reminder that effective international collaboration is the only way to counteract such heinous acts of terror.

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