People and Power

The documentary revisits the killing of 72 Muslims in the Indian village of Maliana, an event that occurred more than three decades ago. It probes why, after all these years, the victims and their families remain denied any form of justice.

The programme is a documentary episode titled , broadcast as part of the series People and Power. Presented in a factual style, the episode concentrates on a little‑known tragedy that took place in India and aims to bring the story to a wider audience. More than thirty years have passed since a violent episode unfolded in the village of Maliana, where 72 Muslim residents were killed. The film revisits that night, laying out the basic facts of the massacre and then turning its focus to the lingering question of why, after all this time, the victims’ families still have not received any form of legal redress or official acknowledgment. Through a combination of on‑the‑ground reporting and interviews with those connected to the event, People and Power probes the structures that have prevented accountability. The episode highlights the continued denial of justice for the slain villagers and points to the systemic obstacles that have kept the case unresolved. Ultimately, the documentary seeks to shine a light on this overlooked chapter of Indian history, urging viewers to consider the reasons behind the persistent lack of closure. By asking why the victims remain denied justice, the programme hopes to stimulate discussion and keep the memory of the Maliana massacre alive.