I don’t have a problem with India being outraged, but in the case the individuals are American citizens, the argument that the US govt is not obliged to apologize is correct.
I’m doubtful the opposition to the apology/reconciliation is directed towards the Sihks. Likely the frustration is a factor of contempt for the “Hate America” crowd that often speaks ill of the United States.
The massacre was horrific. And I’d extend that same sentiment to any group. The action was definitively unconstitutional, depraved, and cowardly.
Firstly you dont know that they are citizens. Most Sikhs I know are not citizens (and I know a lot more Sikhs in US then you ever would).
You opinion on this particular issue is heavily weighed down by your own “hate America” baggage that you carry over from other global issues facing US. India is not inherently America hating country. India is quite pro-America in fact. However it is often arrogance in times like these that fuels the America hating anger overseas. Its much more prudent diplomacy to apologize and let the dust settle. Lest you want another country (which is actually a friendly ally) to have the same attitude towards visiting Americans or expats living in India.
And I highly doubt that the US government (even the one as bad as the current one) would go about determining the citizenship status of the dead victims, relatives or the temple goers before making a call on whether or not to apologize. That would not only be very insulting but that would definitely piss of the Sikh community and India.