Air India Bombing: A Timeline of the Tragedy and Investigation

Introduction

On June 23, 1985, Air India Flight 182, traveling from Canada to India via London, exploded off the Irish coast, killing all 329 passengers and crew.

The Bombings

* The bombings of Air India Flight 182 and the Narita Airport launched several investigations, inquiries, and trials. * Investigations by Canadian and Indian authorities concluded that the Air India Flight 182 bombing was a terrorist act carried out by Sikh extremists. * The Narita Airport bombing was also determined to be a terrorist attack linked to the Air India Flight 182 bombing.

The Investigation

* Seven new charges were laid against Reyat in relation to the bombings, including murder. * The trial of Reyat began in 2003 and lasted for several years. * In 2005, Reyat was found guilty of manslaughter, conspiracy to commit murder, and possession of explosives.

The Aftermath

* The Air India bombing remains one of the deadliest terrorist attacks in history. * The bombings had a profound impact on the Sikh community in Canada and India. * The Canadian and Indian governments have worked together to improve security and prevent future terrorist attacks.

Conclusion

The Air India bombing was a senseless act of violence that claimed the lives of hundreds of innocent people. The investigations and trials that followed helped to bring the perpetrators to justice and provide some measure of closure to the victims' families.