Samiti observes 98th anniversary of Manusmriti Dahan Divas by burning copies
Members of the Karnataka State Dalit Sangharsha Samiti (DSS) on Thursday observed the 98th anniversary of Dr. B.R. Ambedkar’s historic burning of the Manusmriti by staging a protest and symbolically setting fire to copies of the text at Jagat Circle in Kalaburagi city. The protest was organised to commemorate Dr. Ambedkar’s act of defiance during the Mahad Satyagraha in 1927, when he publicly burnt the Manusmriti to challenge caste-based oppression and gender discrimination. As part of the demonstration, activists took out a protest march from Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel Chowk to Jagat Circle carrying a copy of the Manusmriti before burning it, symbolising the rejection of an exploitative and discriminatory social order. Arjun Bhadre, State convener of the Dalit Sangharsha Samiti, said the act of burning the text represented the rejection of centuries of exploitation and injustice imposed on marginalised communities. Mr. Bhadre recalled that Dr. Ambedkar firmly believed that as long as right-wing ideology dominated society, India could not achieve true progress. “Dr. Ambedkar burnt the Manusmriti on December 25, 1927, during the Mahad Satyagraha to send a powerful message against caste oppression. His struggle continues to inspire us even today,” he said. The agitators added that caste-based discrimination continued in various forms and that sustained ideological and political resistance was necessary to safeguard constitutional values. “We have been fighting caste oppression for centuries. Dr. Ambedkar was the first to raise his voice openly against such practices, and today it is our responsibility to carry forward that struggle collectively,” Mr. Bhadre said. Out of the country’s population of about 137 crores, nearly 85 crores of people live in rural areas, where the practice of untouchability continues in many forms. Despite constitutional safeguards and decades of social reform, caste-based discrimination remains deeply rooted in rural society, Mr Bhadre expressed. The Hindu Bureau Courtesy : The Hindu Note: This news is originally published on https:/thehindu.com/bha and is used purely for non-profit/non-commercial purposes, especially human rights
History-Sheeter Beats Dalit Family in Chhibramau: Case Registered on Court Order After Police Negligence
A case of assault on a Dalit family has come to light in the Uncha Viratiya locality of the Chhibramau Kotwali area. History-sheeter Anwar and his associates are accused of assault due to an old rivalry. After alleged negligence by the police, a case was registered on December 24 on the orders of the court. According to the victim family, the incident took place on September 27, 2025. It is alleged that history-sheeter Anwar, son of Nisar, along with his associates, ambushed and beat 65-year-old Ramdas Jatav and his son Ram Sachche Jatav on the road. When Ramdas’s other son, Durgesh Jatav, arrived at the scene, he was also beaten and subjected to casteist abuses. Following this, the accused entered the house and assaulted and looted the family members, including women and children. Other accused named in the case include Tariq son of Ali Daraz, Istkar Mallu, Sallu son of Sagar, and Suraj. The victim Dalit family had complained to the Chhibramau police, but their complaint was ignored. After more than two months of no action, a complaint was filed with the District Magistrate on December 19. Following this, the victim approached the court, which ordered Chhibramau Kotwali Station House Officer Inspector Vinay Tiwari to register a case. The complainant has also alleged that Additional Inspector Brajmohan Pal of Chhibramau Kotwali threatened him and said that he would file a final report (FR) in the case registered on the court’s order. Meanwhile, social worker Shreyansh alias Gudda Dubey, Advocate, has assured the victim family of all possible help to get justice. Ashwini Kumar Courtesy: Hindi News
Dalit Pride Raja Bijli Pasi’s Birth Anniversary: Celebrated with reverence in Unnao, sweets distributed
The birth anniversary of Bahujan hero and great 12th-century ruler Veer Raja Bijli Pasi was celebrated with reverence and enthusiasm in Unnao district. The event took place in Ahesa village of Hilauli block. While the entire country was celebrating the birth anniversary of former Prime Minister Atal Bihari Vajpayee, dozens of people gathered in Unnao under the leadership of District Panchayat candidate Rambabu Lodhi to remember Raja Bijli Pasi. They offered flowers to the portrait of Raja Bijli Pasi, paid their respects, and distributed sweets. The program began with the chief guest, former village head Chhote Lal, offering flowers to the portrait of Raja Bijli Pasi. Following this, other attendees also paid their tributes. Addressing the gathering, Chief Guest Chhote Lal shed light on the life of Raja Bijli Pasi and praised the program organizer Rambabu Lodhi. In his address, Rambabu Lodhi said that Raja Bijli Pasi was a great king and an inspiration for Dalits. Village head representative Ravi Rawat welcomed the guests. Prominent among those present were Mahesh Pasi, Ramchandra Madlali Pasi, Kabirbhan Pasi, Ramadhar Pasi, Udal Pasi, Puttan Pasi, Ganesh Pasi, Rinku Pasi, Ramesh Pasi, Lala Pasi, Ganesh Pasi, Lalu Pasi, Radhai Pasi, Umesh Pasi, Ramnaresh Dhobi, Vikas Pasi, Ashok Pasi, Sunil Pasi, Rammilan Pasi, Ramkumar Pasi, Guddu Pasi, Gyan Prasad Pasi, and hundreds of others. Rajesh Kumar Courtesy: Hindi News
Yogi Adityanath Accuses Opposition of ‘Selective Activism’, Questions Silence on Killing of Dalit Hindu in Bangladesh
Yogi Adityanath has sparked a fierce debate by accusing Opposition leaders and activists of ignoring attacks on Hindus in Bangladesh while vocally protesting violence in Gaza. Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath has accused Opposition parties and sections of civil society of “selective activism”, alleging they hold candle marches for Gaza but remain silent when Hindus, including a Dalit youth, are killed in Bangladesh. Speaking during the winter session of the Uttar Pradesh Assembly in Lucknow, Adityanath launched a sharp attack on his political opponents, accusing them of double standards on human rights and minority safety. He said many leaders and activists “shed tears for everything that happens in the Gaza Strip” but fail to raise their voices with equal force when Hindus are targeted in neighbouring countries such as Bangladesh and Pakistan. The Chief Minister’s remarks came in the backdrop of reports about a young Dalit Hindu man allegedly killed in Bangladesh amid continuing concerns over the safety of minorities there. Without naming specific parties, Adityanath alleged that Opposition leaders see Dalits “only as a vote bank”, claiming their outrage is calibrated according to political convenience and religious identity. “Is humanity so selective that you will take out candle marches for Gaza, but not utter a single word when a Hindu, a Dalit, is murdered in Bangladesh?” he reportedly asked, urging lawmakers to adopt a more consistent moral stance. According to him, genuine commitment to human rights cannot be confined to one geography, faith or ideology. Call For Assembly Resolution, Pushback From Opposition Adityanath urged the House to pass a formal resolution condemning the alleged killing of Hindus in Bangladesh and to “warn” the Sheikh Hasina government over recurring attacks on religious minorities. Though foreign policy is primarily the Union government’s domain, the Chief Minister argued that state legislatures also have a duty to speak up on issues of basic human rights. Reports from the Assembly said his comments triggered sharp responses from Opposition benches, with leaders accusing the government of selectively spotlighting cross‑border crimes while ignoring hate speech, communal tensions and caste violence within India. Some legislators argued that the ruling party often internationalises atrocities on Hindus, but downplays attacks on Muslims, Christians, Adivasis and other vulnerable groups at home. Opposition voices also questioned whether such statements could strain India’s diplomatic engagement with Bangladesh, a key partner in trade, security cooperation and border management. They maintained that while any attack on minorities is condemnable, these concerns must be addressed through established diplomatic channels and without inflaming communal passions domestically. Civil society reactions have been more varied. Some commentators backed the Chief Minister’s demand for consistent outrage, pointing to repeated reports of temple vandalism, land grabs and targeted assaults on Hindus and other minorities in Bangladesh. Others cautioned that genuine solidarity must not be reduced to competitive victimhood, where one suffering is invoked primarily to dismiss or relativise another. Background: Minority Safety, Global Conflicts And Protest Culture The debate comes at a time when conflicts in West Asia, especially the ongoing war in Gaza, have drawn large‑scale protests, online campaigns and solidarity events across Indian cities and campuses. Candle marches, teach‑ins and social media campaigns demanding a ceasefire and protection of civilians have been widely reported. Critics of Adityanath’s remarks say such protests are part of a broader global peace movement and not evidence of indifference towards other victims. At the same time, minority rights groups have repeatedly flagged attacks on Hindus, Buddhists and other communities in Bangladesh, especially during times of political instability or communal tension. International watchdogs have documented instances of mob violence, forced displacement and destruction of places of worship. Activists argue that these patterns warrant more sustained international pressure, including from India, to safeguard basic rights. Within India, the conversation around “selective outrage” has become a recurring political talking point. Different sides routinely accuse each other of speaking up only when victims belong to their perceived support base. Whether it is lynchings, custodial deaths, caste‑based atrocities or cross‑border violence, public responses are often filtered through partisan and identity lenses, deepening polarisation rather than fostering a shared human‑rights framework. Adityanath’s intervention in the Assembly taps into this larger narrative. By juxtaposing Gaza protests with attacks on Hindus in Bangladesh, he sought to highlight what he views as an imbalance in empathy and advocacy. However, critics warn that framing suffering in competitive terms risks trivialising all victims, instead of building a broader coalition that opposes violence in every context. Syed Muskan Shafiq Courtesy : TLI Note: This news is originally published on https:/thelogicalindian.com/bha and is used purely for non-profit/non-commercial purposes, especially human rights
Mayawati expresses concern over ‘anti-Hindu incidents’ in Bangladesh
Lucknow: BSP president and former Uttar Pradesh chief minister Mayawati on Thursday expressed concern over “anti-India and anti-Hindu incidents” in Bangladesh and urged the Centre to take more effective steps. In a series of posts on her official X handle, Mayawati said, “In recent days, the manner in which antiIndia and anti-Hindu incidents are taking place in Bangladesh makes it necessary for the central government to act with greater alertness and take more effective steps in line with people’s expectations.” She said it is well known that Hindu minorities in neighbouring Bangladesh are being subjected to communal violence and persecution. “The way Hindu minorities in Bangladesh are being harassed by targeting their life, property and religion has created a wave of concern not only in our country but also elsewhere,” she said Referring to the recent killing of a Dalit youth in Bangladesh, the BSP chief said, “The public anger that has erupted on the streets across India over the brutal killing of a Dalit youth there is natural. The Government of India is expected to immediately take proper cognisance of this and play a more active role at every level, which appears to be the need of the hour.” Mayawati alleged that while atrocities, oppression and discrimination against Dalits and tribals had continued in India for centuries, the situation in Bangladesh is no less serious. “Although caste-based hatred, oppression and exploitation against Dalits and tribals continue in our country, the atrocities being committed in neighbouring Bangladesh are extremely painful and a matter of grave concern,” she said. She added that concerns in India over the condition of minorities in neighbouring countries remained constant. She expressed confidence that public support would be with the government on the issue and urged it to pay due attention. Courtesy : THI Note: This news is originally published on https:/thehansindia.com/bha and is used purely for non-profit/non-commercial purposes, especially human rights
Kerala mob lynching: CM Pinarayi Vijayan vows strict action after mob beats Dalit labourer to death; orders probe
NEW DELHI: Kerala chief minister Pinarayi Vijayan on Monday assured strict action and justice for the family of Ram Narayan Bakel, who was killed in a mob assault in Walayar in Palakkad district, calling the incident unacceptable in a progressive society like Kerala. In a statement issued by the CMO, Vijayan said a special investigation team led by the Palakkad Superintendent of Police has been formed to probe the case. “Justice will be ensured for the family of Ram Narayan Bakel, who was killed following a mob assault in Walayar, Palakkad. Strict action will be taken against those responsible,” the statement read. — ANI (@ANI) The CMO added that instructions have been given to thoroughly examine the case, initiate necessary legal action and review compensation for the victim’s family. “Such acts, which tarnish the reputation of a progressive society like Kerala, are completely unacceptable. Everyone must remain vigilant to ensure that such incidents do not recur,” it added. The chief minister’s assurance comes after a chilling case of mob violence was reported in Palakkad. Ramnarayan Baghel (31), a Dalit migrant labourer from Chhattisgarh, was allegedly beaten to death by a group of people in Walayar. According to initial reports, he was mistakenly suspected of being a Bangladeshi national or a thief following a local theft incident. Baghel, a resident of Karhi village in Sakti district of Chhattisgarh, had arrived in Palakkad on December 13 in search of work and was employed as a daily-wage labourer at a construction site. Family members said he was extremely poor and is survived by his wife Lalita and two young sons, aged around eight and nine. Police said the incident occurred at Attappallam East in Walayar, where a group of residents allegedly assaulted Baghel with sticks, causing severe injuries. He was taken to Palakkad District Hospital in critical condition, where he later succumbed to his injuries. Before his death, Baghel reportedly told hospital staff that he had been attacked by a mob accusing him of theft. Preliminary postmortem findings revealed that Baghel died due to excessive bleeding caused by severe blunt-force injuries to the head and other parts of the body. The autopsy was conducted at the Government Medical College Hospital in Thrissur. Kerala police have arrested five people in connection with the alleged lynching. Those arrested were identified as Attappallam residents Anu (38), Prasad (34), Murali (38), Anandan (55) and Bipin (30). They were produced before a local court and remanded to judicial custody. Police said further arrests are likely as the investigation progresses. A case has been registered at the Walayar police station under Section 103(1) of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS). Investigators are examining CCTV footage, videos circulated on social media and witness statements to identify others involved in the attack. Following the incident, tension prevailed in the area, prompting police to step up security to prevent any escalation. Police confirmed Baghel’s identity through his Aadhaar card and informed authorities in Chhattisgarh. Courtesy : TOI Note: This news is originally published on https:/timesofindia.com/bha and is used purely for non-profit/non-commercial purposes, especially human rights
Karnataka Dalit Sangharsh Samiti condemns ‘honour killing’, questions pro-Hindutva leaders
Condemning the honour killing of a pregnant young woman in Hubballi, Karnataka Dalit Sangharsh Samiti (DSS), founded by Prof. B. Krishnappa, has questioned the silence of various mutt heads and leaders of pro-Hindutva groups. Gurumurthy, State convener of DSS, at a press conference here on December 24 said that the brutal murder of the young woman by her father exhibited the deep-rooted caste-based hatred in society. The father killed his daughter because she married a boy from another community. The boy and his family members also suffered injuries in the incident. “Recently, RSS leader Mohan Bhagawat stated that there was no caste-based discrimination in society, but caste-related confusion has been created by politicians for their benefits. Then, how does RSS view the honour killing? Does the killing not show how caste-based atrocities have been continuing in society?” he asked. Mr. Gurumurthy alleged that Hindutva forces had been attempting to bring in Manusmriti in place of the Constitution. Recent statements by pro-Hindutva leaders exhibit their agenda, he added. Another RSS leader, Dattatreya Hosabale, advocated the removal of “secular” and “socialist” from the Indian Constitution. A group of saints who participated in the Maha Kumbh at Prayagraj announced that a draft Constitution for a Hindu nation had been prepared. “These statements show that these forces have no respect for the Indian Constitution, which promotes equality, irrespective of the caste. Such statements indirectly encourage the people who practise caste and perpetrate caste-based atrocities,” he remarked. He also demanded fair compensation for the boy’s family. Advocate K.P. Sripal opined that the honour killing had left the entire population with a sense of guilt. “We claim to be a civilised society. But the murder has shown how badly we behave. We all should bow our heads in shame. I don’t know why the religious heads of various mutts and so-called Hindutva leaders are silent over the death,” he commented. The Hindu Bureau Courtesy : The Hindu Note: This news is originally published on https:/thehindu.com/bha and is used purely for non-profit/non-commercial purposes, especially human rights
UP Assembly: CM Yogi Adityanath Slams Opposition Over Silence On Killing Of Dalit Hindu Youth In Bangladesh
CM Yogi Adityanath slammed the opposition in the UP Assembly over its silence on the killing of a Dalit Hindu youth in Bangladesh, accusing it of appeasement politics and selective outrage, and warning of strict action against infiltrators and illegal activities. Lucknow, 24 December: Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath, while speaking in the Legislative Assembly on an international issue, strongly cornered the opposition. Condemning the incident in Bangladesh, the Chief Minister said that a Dalit Hindu youth has been killed there, yet the opposition has maintained silence. Opposition accused of selective outrage Parties that stage protests and candle marches on issues like Gaza fall quiet when Hindus and Sikhs face atrocities in Bangladesh or Pakistan. The Chief Minister described this as a result of appeasement politics and asserted that atrocities against any innocent Hindu or Dalit are unacceptable. Dalit community treated only as vote bank, CM alleges The Chief Minister said that a Dalit youth has been murdered in Bangladesh, but not a single word has come from the opposition, even as they shed tears over the Gaza Strip. When that youth was killed, their voices were silenced because they viewed the Dalit community merely as a vote bank. Appeasement politics blamed for situation in Bangladesh This is the reality that reflects their policy of appeasement, which led to the creation of Bangladesh. Had Bangladesh and Pakistan not been formed, Hindus would not have been burnt in this manner. If anyone attempted such acts, they would have known the consequences. This is our guarantee of security. Demand for Assembly resolution condemning incident Hindus are being killed in Bangladesh, yet the opposition will not speak. They take out candle marches on the Gaza issue, but when Hindus are killed in Pakistan and Bangladesh, their mouths remain shut. This is their truth. A resolution condemning the Bangladesh incident should be passed, and it should come from the Leader of the Opposition. We condemn this incident. Warning against infiltrators and illegal activities We will show the way out to Bangladeshis and Rohingyas from the state who do not come forward to support them, because you have facilitated votes for many of them. You have also committed the sin of getting Aadhaar cards made for many of them. Keep these facts in mind. Every single matter will be screened. Very effective action will be taken. Strong message on national security and atrocities Living in our country and committing crimes against our people, and committing atrocities against innocent Hindus and innocent Sikhs there this cannot be acceptable. Courtesy : TFPJ Note: This news is originally published on https:/thefreepressjournal.com/bha and is used purely for non-profit/non-commercial purposes, especially human rights
Yogi flags ‘vote bank politics’ over murder of Dalit in B’desh
Lucknow: Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath on Wednesday attacked the opposition for “shedding tears” over victims of the war in Gaza but not uttering a word for a Dalit youth who was murdered in Bangladesh recently. “This is because of your vote bank politics and communal appeasement,” he said. “A Hindu would not have been murdered and set on fire if Bangladesh did not become Pakistan,” he said, asking the opposition to put forward a censure motion against the Bangladesh incident. Yogi said he hoped the opposition would not protest when illegal migrants from Bangladesh and Rohingya are expelled from the country. He accused the opposition of getting illegal migrants registered as voters. “You have even committed the sin of providing them with Aadhar cards as well,” he said. “Everything is going to be screened soon, and action will be taken accordingly,” Yogi said. Responding to the CM, leader of opposition, Mata Prasad Pandey, said that his party was ready to pass a censure motion on the Bangladesh incident. He also countered the CM, questioning him on how he knew if the youth killed was a Dalit. Pandey categorically pointed out that it was the Indian govt which has given protection to exiled former Bangladesh PM Sheikh Hasina. Courtesy : TOI Note: This news is originally published on https:/timesofindia.com/bha and is used purely for non-profit/non-commercial purposes, especially human rights
Three get life term for murdering Thoothukudi Dalit farmer in 2015
The murder was allegedly committed after the victim refused to withdraw a complaint he had lodged against them under the SC/ST (Prevention of Atrocities) Act in 2013. THOOTHUKUDI: The Thoothukudi Protection of Civil Rights (PCR) Court on Wednesday sentenced three accused to triple life imprisonment, one to double life imprisonment, and another to rigorous imprisonment in connection with the murder of a Scheduled Caste farmer in 2015. According to sources, six persons — K Esakkimuthu (36), C Thalavai (45), M Sivaramalingam (34), P Duraimuthu, V Kasi (42) and E Kannan (45), all hailing from Vellur village — were accused of brutally murdering K Arumugaraja (42), a farmer, at Srivaikuntam on April 2, 2015. The murder was allegedly committed after the victim refused to withdraw a complaint he had lodged against them under the SC/ST (Prevention of Atrocities) Act in 2013. The SC/ST Act case was pending before the Srivaikuntam court, in which all the five accused, along with Kannan, were named. During the course of the trial, one of the accused, P Duraimuthu, died. Delivering the verdict, Sessions Judge P V Vasheeth Kumar of the Special Court for trial of cases under the SC/ST Act held the accused guilty of murder. While pronouncing the judgment, the court sentenced Esakkimuthu, Thalavai and Sivaramalingam to triple life imprisonment and imposed a fine of Rs 13,000 each. The court awarded double life imprisonment to Kasi along with a fine of Rs 7,000, and sentenced Kannan to five years of rigorous imprisonment with a fine of Rs 12,000. It may be recalled that prime accused Sivaramalingam, who was also wanted in another case, had attempted to slip away from police watch by sneaking into the Thoothukudi Bar Association premises and a section of advocates sheielded him from police arrest. However, the police contingent led by Assistant Superintendent of Police C Madhan Kumar forced him to surrender before the judicial magistrate. Courtesy : TNIE Note: This news is originally published on https:/thenewindianexpress.com/bha and is used purely for non-profit/non-commercial purposes, especially human rights