MP: Tribal Woman Gang-Raped in Harda; Four Accused, Including Dhaba Owner, Two in Custody
This incident once again brings to light the horrific reality of the exploitation of tribal women in the name of safety and employment. Bhopal. A very serious and shocking case of gang rape of a tribal woman has come to light in Harda district of Madhya Pradesh. Four people, including the owner of a roadside eatery (dhaba) located on Khudiya Road under the Sirali police station area, are accused of holding a 27-year-old tribal woman captive and raping her. The police have taken swift action and taken two of the accused into custody, while the search for the remaining two is underway. Lured with the promise of a job, then subjected to brutality In her statement to the police, the victim said that on January 6, the dhaba owner, Anand Rajput, lured her with the promise of a job at his eatery. Using this pretext, he took the woman to the dhaba on Khudiya Road on his motorcycle. According to the victim, she was given alcohol there at night, which rendered her semi-conscious. During this time, Anand Rajput, along with his three accomplices, raped her. The victim also stated that Kanha Rathore, a resident of Sirali, also played an active role in this inhumane act. According to the woman, she was threatened when she resisted and was held captive under duress. Giving details of the case, Robert Girwal, Sub-Divisional Police Officer (SDOP) Khirkiya, said that a case was immediately registered on Thursday based on the victim’s complaint. After preliminary investigation, the police have rounded up two of the accused. Separate teams have been formed to arrest the remaining two accused, and raids are being conducted at possible locations. The SDOP said that the case is being investigated seriously, and necessary evidence is being collected while the victim’s medical examination is being conducted. A case has been registered against the accused under stringent sections of the law. Questions raised again about the safety of tribal women This incident once again brings to light the horrific reality of the exploitation of tribal women in the name of safety and employment. Cases of women being lured from rural and tribal areas under the pretext of providing employment, being drugged and then subjected to crimes, and subsequently threatened and intimidated, are constantly coming to light. Social organizations say that incidents of crimes against women are increasing in the name of providing work at roadside eateries, brick kilns, and in the unorganized sector, but the system of monitoring and accountability is weak. In a conversation with The Mooknayak, tribal activist Sunil Adivasi said, “The gang rape of a tribal woman in Harda district is not just a single criminal incident, but it shows how insecure women in tribal society are. They are lured under the pretext of providing work and then exploited. This is a failure of the system. In such cases, not only should arrests be made, but the accused should receive the harshest possible punishment, and the victim should receive complete protection and justice. Until there is a strict policy and concrete action on the ground regarding the safety of tribal women, such crimes will not stop.” Tribal Congress attacks the government In a conversation with The Mooknayak, Ramu Tekam, the state president of the Tribal Congress, targeted the BJP government, saying, “The continuous incidents against tribal women in Madhya Pradesh show that law and order have completely collapsed under the BJP government. There is neither security nor sensitivity from the government in tribal areas. Tribal women are being exploited in the name of work and employment, but the government is turning a blind eye. In this case, not only superficial action should be taken, but the accused should be given strict punishment after a trial in a fast-track court, and the victim should be guaranteed justice and security at every level.” Investigation underway, arrests claimed The police say that the identities of the remaining accused are clear and they will be arrested soon. During the investigation, the activities at the roadside eatery, the statements of other people present there, and CCTV footage (if available) are also being examined. Situation alarming in NCRB data Madhya Pradesh has long been a subject of discussion across the country for crimes against women, especially rape cases. The situation did not improve much in 2023 either. The NCRB report shows that the state ranked third in the country in terms of rape incidents. 2,979 cases were registered here within a year. Rajasthan topped the list with 5,078 incidents, while Uttar Pradesh saw 3,516 cases. These figures clearly show that the safety of women in the state remains a major challenge. Although the government has launched several schemes and helpline numbers for the safety of women, their impact at the ground level is very limited. Ankit Pachauri Courtesy: Hindi News
Telangana: Police Officers Booked Under SC/ST Act in Dalit Prisoner’s Death Case; Action Taken on Mother’s Complaint
Major action taken in the death case of prisoner Karna Rajesh, who was lodged in Huzurnagar sub-jail; CI suspended, SI transferred, and a case registered against police officers under serious sections based on the mother’s complaint. Suryapet: Major action has been taken against police officers in the case of the death of a Dalit undertrial prisoner in Suryapet district of Telangana. Kodad DSP Sridhar Reddy confirmed on Friday that a second case has been registered against the police personnel following a complaint from the deceased’s mother, Karna Lalitha. Chilkur SI Suresh Reddy and Kodad Rural CI Pratap Lingam have been named in this case. What is the whole case? According to the DSP, this new case (Crime No. 245/2025) has been registered under sections of the SC/ST (Prevention of Atrocities) Amendment Act, 2025. The deceased, Karna Rajesh, was lodged in Huzurnagar sub-jail, where the incident occurred on November 16, 2025. Rajesh later died while undergoing treatment at Gandhi Hospital in Secunderabad. Initially, after the incident, Crime No. 223/2025 was registered at Huzurnagar Police Station under Section 196 of BNSS. This case is being investigated according to the guidelines of the National Human Rights Commission (NHRC). CI suspended, orders for impartial investigation Following the complaint filed by Rajesh’s mother, the administration has taken strict action. The Kodad Rural CI has been suspended with immediate effect, while the Chilkur SI has been transferred. To maintain transparency and impartiality in the investigation, the Additional Director General of Police (Multi-Zone II) has appointed DSP G. Ravi of Nalgonda DCRB as the Investigating Officer (IO) in this case. Victim’s family receives ₹4.12 lakh compensation DSP Sridhar Reddy said that the district administration had sanctioned a compensation amount of ₹4,12,500 for the victim’s family. This amount was approved based on proposals sent by Suryapet SP K. Narasimha. The Chairman of the Telangana State SC and ST Commission handed over the compensation check to Rajesh’s mother, Lalitha, on December 26. Police say that further action is being taken in both registered cases under the relevant legal provisions. Rajan Chaudhary Courtesy: Hindi News
Objectionable remarks against Mayawati: Badaun court sends notice to Rahul Gandhi and Udit Raj
The Badaun court has issued notices to Congress leaders Rahul Gandhi and Dr. Udit Raj in a case concerning alleged objectionable remarks against BSP supremo Mayawati. Sunil Mishra, Badaun: A complaint has been filed in the Badaun court regarding alleged objectionable remarks made on social media against BSP supremo Mayawati. The application filed in the court of the Chief Judicial Magistrate of Badaun describes the posts made on Twitter (X) as defamatory, inflammatory, and likely to affect law and order. The case involves Jai Singh Sagar, son of late Nanakram, a resident of Nekpur locality in the Civil Lines police station area, who filed the application. The petition alleges that on February 17, 2025, Congress party leader Dr. Udit Raj posted objectionable remarks and videos about BSP chief Mayawati from his Twitter (X) account. It is alleged that these posts used words like corruption, looting, incompetence, and other objectionable terms against Mayawati. The application also states that these posts not only attempted to tarnish Mayawati’s image but also aimed to spread hatred against her on social media and incite her supporters. According to the petitioner, such remarks have hurt the sentiments of Mayawati’s supporters and followers. There is a possibility of tension arising in society. The petition also mentions that applications were previously submitted to the Civil Lines police station and the SSP Badaun regarding the matter, and complaints were also sent via registered post, email, and Twitter (X), but since no action was taken, they had to approach the court. Now, the Badaun special court has sent notices to Congress leader Rahul Gandhi and Udit Raj, asking them to present their side of the case. Special Judge Poonam Singhal has asked both leaders to present their arguments on January 29. Udit Raj had made objectionable remarks against BSP chief Mayawati. Edited by: Vishal Chaubey About the Author Vishal Chaubey is a journalist at Navbharat Times Online. He covers news on politics, crime, governance, and other issues in Uttar Pradesh and Uttarakhand. Vishal studied journalism at Lucknow University and has 3 years of experience in the field of journalism. Courtesy: Hindi News
8 Quintals of Flowers Showered on Transgenders, Weighed with Fruits; People Amazed by the Unique Event
Udaipurwati Kinnar Shobhayatra: A grand procession of the transgender community, adorned with flowers and leaves, was taken out in Udaipurwati town as part of the All India Transgender Mahasammelan (Grand Conference). This event, held on such a large scale for the first time, transformed the entire town into a festive celebration. The atmosphere along the route was filled with devotion, with flower showers, fireworks, and drumbeats. The showering of 8 quintals of flowers on Jaipur Road and at the roundabout became the main attraction. The presence of transgender gurus from across the country made the event historic. Jhunjhunu: A grand and historic flower and leaf procession of the transgender community was taken out in Udaipurwati town as part of the All India Transgender Mahasammelan. This event, held on such a large scale for the first time, filled the entire town with the colors of celebration, devotion, and joy. The presence of gurus and representatives of the transgender community from across the country made the event historic. The townspeople rolled out the red carpet to welcome the procession. Flower showers, fireworks, drinking water arrangements, and warm hospitality were offered to the guests at various places along the route. At several locations, members of the transgender community were weighed against fruits as a mark of respect, further enhancing the grandeur of the event. The procession followed the designated route The flower and leaf procession started from Chowki No. 3 and passed through Jangid Mohalla, 5 Batti, Post Office, Bus Stand, Shakambhari Gate, the roundabout, and the New Vegetable Market Chowk before reaching the Mahasammelan venue. Toran gates were erected along the entire route, and the sound of drums and trumpets filled the atmosphere with a festive spirit. 8 quintals of flowers showered, becoming the main attraction During the procession, approximately 8 quintals of flowers were showered using bulldozers on Jaipur Road and in the roundabout area. This spectacle became the center of attraction for the people, and a large number of people gathered to witness this unique sight. Religious Rituals and Felicitation Ceremony During the procession, a Kalash Puja (ritualistic worship of a sacred pot) was performed at the Sanwariya Seth Temple, and a silver canopy was offered. Under the leadership of the temple’s head priest, Mahant Manish Maharaj, the organizers of the grand convention, Guru Raju Haji and Chela Sanam Bai, were honored with garlands and turbans. The townspeople gave a grand welcome to organizer Sanam Bai at various places. Religious and Social Significance and Conclusion The organizers stated that the flower and leaf procession holds special religious and social significance in the Kinnar (transgender) Mahasammelan (grand convention). A large number of people arrived to receive the blessings of the transgenders. The All India Kinnar Mahasammelan will conclude on January 10th with various religious and social programs. Reported by: KRASHAN SINGH SHEKHAWAT Written by: Jagriti Dubey Courtesy: Hindi News
Heart-wrenching incident in Meerut: Dalit mother murdered for resisting compounder’s molestation, daughter abducted by the accused who then fled.
Angry villagers pelted stones, and a large police force from Sardhana and surrounding police stations has been deployed to control the situation. Meerut – A heart-wrenching incident in a small village under the Sardhana police station area of Meerut district in Uttar Pradesh on Thursday shocked the entire area. Local compounder Paras Rajput murdered Dalit woman Sunita with an axe. Sunita, approximately 40 years old, was going towards the fields with her daughter when Paras attempted to molest Ruby. When the mother intervened, the accused angrily attacked Sunita’s neck with a sharp weapon. After this, Paras put Ruby in his Scorpio car and fled. Sunita was taken to the hospital where she died in the evening during treatment. Upon receiving news of her death, people created a ruckus and vandalized the hospital. Angry villagers created a disturbance as soon as Sunita’s body arrived in the village in an ambulance. They pelted stones at the ambulance and damaged the vehicle. When the police tried to send the body for post-mortem, the villagers stopped them, shouting slogans like “Give us justice, don’t take the body.” A large police force from Sardhana and surrounding police stations has been deployed to control the situation. The police somehow managed the situation and sent the body for post-mortem. Upon receiving the information, SSP Dr. Vipin Tada and SP Rural Abhijit Kumar reached the spot with their forces. The police conducted raids to arrest the accused, but no one was apprehended. The accused’s house was found empty by the police. The victim’s brother, Narsi Kumar, reached the police station and filed a complaint. Based on the complaint, the police have registered a case against the accused Paras. SSP Dr. Vipin Tada has formed five teams under the leadership of the SP Rural in this matter. Police have taken the grandparents of Paras Rajput, the accused in the murder and kidnapping case, into custody, while the accused’s parents and brother are reportedly on the run. Police teams are conducting raids in search of the main accused, Paras. There is still no trace of Ruby, and the family has appealed for her safe return. This sensational incident has raised serious questions about law and order in Uttar Pradesh. Samajwadi Party MLA Atul Pradhan visited the hospital and met with the victim’s family. He has demanded immediate justice from Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath. The Congress party also strongly criticized the state of law and order in the state and demanded justice for the affected family. Bahujan Samaj Party chief and former Chief Minister Mayawati issued a statement on social media describing the incident as “extremely tragic, shameful, and worrying.” She said that the government should take such incidents of molestation and murder of women very seriously and take immediate strict action against the culprits so that criminal elements are deterred from committing such heinous acts. Mayawati specifically drew the government’s attention to the issue of women’s safety. Geetha Sunil Pillai Courtesy: Hindi News
Dharamshala: Violent protest outside DC office over Dalit student’s death, fatherbreaks down in tears, says ‘We only want justice’
15-day ultimatum: In the absence of forensic evidence, a medical board will now conduct the investigation; father says, ‘We only want justice’ Dharamshala: The case of the death of a 19-year-old Dalit student in Dharamshala, Himachal Pradesh, is escalating. On Thursday, various Dalit organizations, along with the deceased’s parents, staged a strong protest outside the Deputy Commissioner’s (DC) office. They were demanding swift justice in the case of the student’s death, which occurred on December 26. It is noteworthy that the victim was a student at Government College, Dharamshala. Following her death, allegations of continuous ragging, along with severe physical, sexual, and mental harassment, have been made. Father’s pain: ‘We just want justice for our daughter’ The atmosphere became somber during the protest when the deceased’s father, Vikram Kumar, addressed the media. While speaking, he couldn’t control his tears and said with a choked voice, “We want justice for our daughter… that’s all I have to say.” He expressed gratitude to all the people and organizations who stood with the family during this difficult time and said that now they are only waiting for justice for their daughter. 15-day ultimatum to the administration The workers of Maharishi Valmiki Guru Ravidas Mahasabha and Baba Deep Singh Kalipul Seva Organization (Una), who participated in the protest, have given a clear warning to the administration. They clearly stated that if appropriate legal action is not taken within 15 days, they will be forced to intensify their movement. The organizations warned that they might even resort to measures such as blocking the Punjab-Himachal Pradesh border and staging a road blockade in Dharamshala city. Questions raised about the intentions of the police and administration Amit Valmiki, president of Maharishi Valmiki Guru Ravidas Mahasabha, expressed deep anger over the slow pace of the investigation. He said that many days have passed since the incident, but justice is still a long way off. Questioning the administration, he said, “If the government and the administration were serious, justice could have been delivered in a single day.” Valmiki expressed suspicion about the kind of pressure the administration and police were under, which was causing the case to be handled so sluggishly. He said that the parents’ participation in the protest shows how frustrated they are with the progress of the investigation. Meanwhile, Balwant Singh, a worker of Baba Deep Singh Kalipul Seva Organization, Una, submitted a memorandum to the Deputy Commissioner of Kangra, demanding swift action. He said, “Today this has happened to one student, tomorrow it could happen to someone else. If pressure is exerted for compromises, the crimes will not stop.” Lack of Forensic Evidence and Formation of a Medical Board Currently, several agencies, including the police, UGC, State Education Department, Scheduled Castes Commission, and Women’s Commission, are investigating the case. The police are meticulously examining the deceased student’s mobile call records and social media activity to find any clues related to ragging or the attack. However, the biggest challenge for the investigating agencies is the lack of crucial forensic evidence. The fact that the student’s post-mortem was not conducted and the cremation was done hastily has prevented investigators from obtaining DNA samples and vital medical inputs. To compensate for this deficiency, officials at Dr. Rajendra Prasad Government Medical College and Hospital, Tanda, have constituted a five-member medical board. This board will examine the records of the hospitals where the student was treated before her death. Kangra Superintendent of Police (SP) Ashok Ratan said that the board will submit an evidence-based report, which will help determine the exact cause and circumstances of death. Rajan Chaudhary Courtesy: Hindi News
Corrupt BJP’s Double Engine Governments Have Ruined People’s Lives, Rahul Gandhi Lashes Out at BJP
Rahul Gandhi said that the corrupt BJP’s double-engine governments across the country have ruined the lives of the people. Corruption, misuse of power, and the poison of arrogance have spread from top to bottom in BJP’s politics. New Delhi: Leader of the Opposition in the Lok Sabha, Rahul Gandhi, on Friday targeted the Modi government and the BJP on various issues. Rahul Gandhi said that the corrupt BJP’s double-engine governments across the country have ruined the lives of the people. Corruption, misuse of power, and the poison of arrogance have spread from top to bottom in BJP’s politics. Which BJP VIP is being protected by the protection of power? The Congress MP said in an X post, “In their system, the lives of the poor, helpless, laborers, and the middle class are just statistics, and a system of extortion is running in the name of “development”. Rahul Gandhi said, “The brutal murder of Ankita Bhandari in Uttarakhand has shaken the entire country. But the question remains the same today. Which BJP VIP is being protected by the protection of power? When will the law be equal for all?” Criminals were protected in the arrogance of power: Rahul Rahul Gandhi said, “In the Unnao incident in Uttar Pradesh, the entire country has seen how criminals were protected in the arrogance of power and how much the victim had to pay for justice.” Whether it is deaths due to drinking poisonous water in Indore or complaints of “black water” and contaminated supply from Gujarat, Haryana, and Delhi – there is fear of diseases everywhere. Whether it is the Aravalli range of Rajasthan or natural resources – wherever the greed and selfishness of billionaires have reached, the rules have been trampled upon. Mountains are being cut down, forests are being destroyed – and in return, the public is getting: dust, pollution, and disaster. The direct impact of corruption Deaths of children due to cough syrup, rats killing newborns in government hospitals, collapsing roofs of government schools – this is not “negligence,” but the direct impact of corruption. Bridges collapse, roads cave in, families are wiped out in train accidents, and the BJP government does the same thing every time: photo-ops, tweets, and the formality of compensation. Rahul Gandhi said, “Modi ji’s double-engine government is running – but only for billionaires. For the common Indian, this double-engine government of corruption is not a pace of development, but a pace of destruction – crushing someone’s life every single day.” Curated by: Varun Shailesh About the Author Varun Shailesh is an Assistant News Editor at Navbharat Times Online. He has over 15 years of experience in current affairs, politics, social issues, and features. He started his career with the news agency IANS in 2009. He worked on the central desk of Hindustan (Hindustan Times Group) for more than 5 years. Courtesy: Hindi News
Rahul Gandhi and Udit Raj’s troubles increase, they will have to appear before the court, also know about the case related to Mayawati
Poonam Singhal, Additional District Judge and Special Judge POCSO Act First, in Badaun, Uttar Pradesh, has issued notices against Congress MP Rahul Gandhi and Udit Raj. Badaun: Additional District Judge and Special Judge POCSO Act First, Poonam Singhal, in Badaun, has issued notices against Congress MP Rahul Gandhi and Udit Raj. Both Rahul Gandhi and Udit Raj have been ordered to appear in court on January 29, either in person or through their lawyer. The court issued this order while hearing a criminal revision petition filed by advocate Jai Singh Sagar in the case of objectionable remarks made by Congress leader and former MP Udit Raj against the BSP supremo. According to advocate Jai Singh Sagar, on February 16, 2025, Congress leader and former MP Udit Raj made objectionable statements against BSP supremo Mayawati and even talked about killing her. In this regard, an application was filed in the MP-MLA court the next day, February 17, to file a case. The MP-MLA court dismissed it, stating that the incident took place in Delhi. After this, advocate Jai Singh Sagar filed a criminal revision petition in the District Judge’s court on August 25, 2025. The case was then transferred to the Additional District Judge and Special Judge POCSO Act court. Since then, the hearing in this case has been ongoing. In this case, Additional District Judge and POCSO Act First, Poonam Singhal, has issued notices to Congress leader Rahul Gandhi, son of late Rajiv Gandhi, resident of 10, Delhi district, and Udit Raj, son of late Kallan, 192 North Avenue, near RML Hospital. In the notice, January 29 has been fixed as the date for both leaders to present their side, and they have been ordered to present their case either in person or through their lawyer. Curated by: Abhishek Shukla About the Author Abhishek Shukla is a Senior Journalist at Navbharat Times. He works here as a Senior Digital Content Creator. I have 9 years of experience in journalism. I have been working at Navbharat Times for the past 6 years. Here, I specialize in covering current affairs, politics, crime, administration, utilities, social issues, fact-checking, breaking news, and research-based stories. Courtesy: Hindi News
Humanity shamed in Bijnor: Dalit youth returning with medicine brutally beaten with shoes and slaps, forced to touch their feet
A video has surfaced showing a young man being brutally beaten in Bijnor. The incident is reported to have taken place near Dhokalpur village in the city’s Kotwali area. Dalit youth beaten in Bijnor Bijnor: In Dhokalpur village of Bijnor, Uttar Pradesh, a Dalit youth returning with medicine was stopped on the way by some influential young men who not only brutally beat him but also slapped him repeatedly and hit him on the head with shoes. After the video of the entire incident went viral on social media, the police took action and registered a case against three people and started searching for them. The viral video, which is about one minute and 36 seconds long, shows some young men surrounding the victim, first verbally abusing him, and then taking turns slapping and beating him with shoes. In the video, the victim is seen constantly pleading for forgiveness with folded hands. He even begs for mercy by holding the feet of the accused, but the bullies continued to beat him. According to local people, the accused first removed the victim’s cap and then continuously slapped his face and head. After that, one of the accused took off his shoe and hit the young man on the head with it. In just a few moments, the victim was hit with more than ten slaps and over a dozen shoes on his head. During the beating, the victim kept mentioning his mother’s illness and said that he was returning with medicine, but despite this, the accused did not listen to him. According to sources, the victim is a resident of Dhokalpur village, while the three accused are said to be from another nearby village. It is being said that the victim and the accused belong to different communities and the young man belongs to the Dalit community. A past dispute is also being cited as a possible reason behind the incident. Meanwhile, CO City Sangram Singh said that a video is going viral in which Kamal, a resident of Dhokalpur village, is being beaten by Himanshu and his two other companions from the same village. In this case, based on the victim’s complaint, the police have registered a case under serious sections of the law and are conducting raids to arrest the accused. Compiled by: Abhishek Shukla About the Author Abhishek Shukla is a Senior Journalist at Navbharat Times. He works here as a Senior Digital Content Creator. He has 9 years of experience in journalism. He has been working at Navbharat Times for the past 6 years. Courtesy: Hindi News
The plight of sanitation workers from the Valmiki community in Jodhpur: The District Collector is bent on making them do the work of four people, a complaint will be filed with the Human Rights Commission against this inhumane treatment!
BJP government accused of ‘Manu mentality’ Jodhpur – The sanitation workers’ movement in the Jodhpur Municipal Corporation of Rajasthan is no longer limited to street protests, but has also become a sharp written struggle at the administrative level. Sardar Prakash Singh ‘Vidrohi’, the district president of the All India Safai Mazdoor Congress, has written a strong letter to the District Collector, directly targeting the shortcomings in the sanitation system. The letter makes serious allegations against Municipal Commissioner Siddharth Palanichamy of suppressing the Valmiki community, protecting non-Valmiki employees, and issuing arbitrary orders. Vidrohi has warned that if the demands are not met, the organization may file a complaint against the officials with the Human Rights Commission and pursue legal action. Vidrohi termed this the ‘Manu mentality’ of the BJP government, which is a violation of constitutional rights. This letter marks a significant turning point in the movement that has been ongoing for the past few months, starting from November 17, 2025. From semi-naked protests in the cold to threats of a broom-down strike, the sanitation workers’ struggle is centered on the dignity of the Valmiki community and the issue of equal workload. Vidrohi’s letter highlights the burning problems of the sanitation workers in three main points. This letter not only questions the policies of the Municipal Commissioner but also points a finger at the role of the District Collector, who himself is actively involved in sanitation system meetings. The main points of the letter are as follows: Impractical order for nighttime sanitation system: According to Municipal Commissioner’s letter number 3585, dated January 4, 2026, instructions have been issued to ensure sanitation services from 8:00 PM to 2:00 AM. Ward in-charges have been ordered to provide sanitation workers. The protesters have questioned the rationale behind such an order, given that ward in-charges do not have any reserve sanitation workers at their disposal. Even if employees were available, what arrangements are in place at the municipal level for their safety and security? Who will be responsible for the lives and property of sanitation workers who are forced to work in the dark of night? This order is not only impractical but also jeopardizes the safety of the employees. Opposition to undue pressure on Valmiki employees and the appointment of non-Valmikis: The letter directly questions the Collector, asking why he himself gives directives in sanitation meetings at the municipal office, but these directives only apply to Valmiki sanitation workers? Has he ever requested a list from the Commissioner of those sanitation workers who have not been performing sanitation duties for the past 7 years? Most of these are non-Valmikis, and their inaction is causing the entire sanitation system to collapse. The protesters argued that if the responsibility for sanitation rests solely with Valmiki employees, then why are non-Valmikis being appointed to sanitation positions? These employees accept the appointments but then shirk their primary duty of sanitation work. The Collector is accused of pressuring Valmiki employees in meetings – trying to make them do more and more work, even attempting to make one employee do the work of four. This is inhumane. The Municipal Act stipulates 5 sanitation workers per 1000 population, but in reality, a ward has a population of 10-15 thousand, and there are only 15-20 employees. The protesters suggested that if a well-organized sanitation system is desired, then sufficient employees should be appointed in each ward to reduce the burden and ensure proper functioning. Biased Use of the Monitoring Team: The Collector has formed a supervisory team to improve sanitation, but this team is only monitoring the working (primarily Valmiki) employees. The activist asked whether such monitoring has ever been imposed on the negligent, lazy, and non-performing non-Valmiki employees? The answer is no, because the administration itself is protecting them. This is why they are acting with impunity, and the commissioner remains a silent spectator. At the end of the letter, the activist issued a strong warning: “For this, the organization will be forced to file a complaint with the Human Rights Commission against such officers and initiate legal proceedings, for which you will be solely responsible.” BJP Government Accused of ‘Manu Mentality’ In a conversation with ‘The Mooknayak’, the activist delved deeper into the root of the movement. He said, “Things are very bad for sanitation workers in Jodhpur. The municipal commissioner is working to suppress the Valmiki community. The current BJP government has a Manu mentality towards the Valmiki community. They are giving benefits to non-Valmiki sanitation workers, not making them do sanitation work, and have placed them in other departments. This is against the Constitution, but the municipal commissioner is running his own law. He is issuing orders as he pleases, acting arbitrarily. The opposition Congress is also helpless. The struggle has been going on since November 17, 2025, but the solution is still zero.” The activist emphasized that there are 3300 sanitation workers in Jodhpur, of which 700 are non-Valmiki. Due to their failure to perform sanitation work, the entire burden has fallen on the Valmiki community. The area of 60 wards has now increased to 100, doubling the pressure. The ward changes for 2000 employees on November 15, 2025, added fuel to the fire. He reminded that the agreement reached in the presence of MLAs Atul Bhansali and Devendra Joshi is not being followed, where the promise was made to restore original positions and assign women and disabled employees to nearby wards. Geetha Sunil Pillai Courtesy: Hindi News