The present study is a narration and analysis of events that led to Operation Blue Star in June 1984 and its consequences. It aims to provide insight into the workings of the minds of the major personalities involved in that momentous event. The book examines the interrelatedness of the Congress (I) maneuvers and the murky Akali politics, which led to the emergence of Sant Jarnail Singh Bhindranwale, a period of confrontation, and bloody turmoil in Punjab.