Harcharan Singh Longowal

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Harchand Singh Longowal was President of Akali Dal at the time of Punjab insurgency.He was born in 1928. He was assassinated in 1985 soon after signing the accord with Rajiv Gandhi government. The accord called Punjab accord provided for acceptance all major demands of the Akali Dal.

He was known affectionately as "Sant Ji"[1]


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  1. ^ Kalia, D. R. Sant Harchand Singh Longowal, 1932-1985: A Martyr for Peace (1985), p.50, New-Age Publishers & Distributors

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