UP News: Khaki uniform shamed, constable rapes Dalit woman after mixing drugs in her food; case registered on court order
Uttar Pradesh News: A very shameful incident has come to light from Ambedkarnagar district. Here, the protector became the perpetrator. In Akbarpur, a police constable drugged a Dalit woman and raped her. The landlady also supported the accused in this heinous act. This UP News has created a stir in the police department. When the police did not listen, the victim approached the court. Now, on the orders of the court, a case has been registered against the accused constable and the landlady under serious sections. Lust fulfilled by drugging the woman The victim woman and the accused constable Rajesh Yadav lived in the same rented house in Johardih locality of Akbarpur. The woman is a resident of Jalalpur and studies here. It is alleged that the constable obtained the student’s number with the help of the landlady. He started harassing her by sending lewd messages. One day, the constable mixed drugs in her food and gave it to her. When she became unconscious, he raped her. When she regained consciousness, the victim found herself without clothes. The accused threatened to tell her husband if she revealed anything. Husband abandoned her, police ignored her plea The accused constable continued to physically exploit the woman for several months by blackmailing her. When the victim protested, the accused told everything to her husband. After this, the husband also abandoned the woman. The victim appealed for justice from the police station to the SP office. But the police did not take any action against their own department’s employee. This UP News has raised serious questions about the functioning of the police. The accused continuously hurled casteist abuses at her and pressured her for a compromise. Case registered on court order Disappointed by the police, the victim sought refuge in the court. After the strict orders of the court, the Akbarpur Kotwali police have registered a case. A case has been registered against constable Rajesh Yadav and the landlady under the SC/ST Act and sections related to rape. Station house officer Srinivas Pandey said that an FIR has been registered on the court’s direction and the matter is being investigated. Poonam Sharma Courtesy: Hindi News
Crime News: Dalit Youth Murdered and Dismembered, Body Hidden in House for 80 Days; People Demand Death Penalty for Killers
Jharkhand News: A shocking crime has come to light in Ramgarh. People’s anger has erupted over the brutal murder of Sonu Kumar Ram. On Friday, family members and local residents staged a massive protest at Subhash Chowk. The protesters are demanding the death penalty for the killers. The brutality of this murder has shaken the entire city. The crowd has appealed to the administration for swift justice. Body Hidden in House for 80 Days The truth behind this crime is extremely horrific. Former Congress District President Munna Paswan said that the Dalit youth was brutally murdered. The accused dismembered the body into several pieces. In a shocking act of cruelty, the accused kept the body hidden in his house for about 80 days. Later, he disposed of the body parts in different locations. People have described it as an inhuman and cruel crime. Trial in Fast Track Court Former Cantonment Board Vice President Sardar Anmol Singh also participated in the protest. He said that this is a heinous crime. It seems unlikely that only one person was involved. He demanded that the police immediately arrest all the accused. Anmol Singh said that the case should be tried in a fast-track court. The culprits should be given a harsh punishment as soon as possible. Demand for Compensation and Job The protesters demanded rehabilitation for the victim’s family from the district administration. They appealed to the SDO and Deputy Superintendent of Police to intervene. People have demanded that the deceased’s family be given land for a house. They also demanded compensation and benefits under the family welfare scheme as per government rules. In addition, the demand for a contractual job in the municipal council was also prominently raised. Poonam Sharma Courtesy: Hindi News
UP News: Doctor performs kidney stone surgery on Dalit woman after watching YouTube video, intoxicated doctor causes death; Case registered under SC-ST Act
Uttar Pradesh News: A shocking incident that has brought shame to the medical profession has come to light from Barabanki district. Here, a quack doctor performed surgery on a woman after watching a YouTube video. Due to this negligence, the woman died a painful death. This UP News has become a topic of discussion throughout the region. It is being said that the doctor was heavily intoxicated with alcohol at the time of the operation. The clinic owner and his associate have been absconding since the incident. The police have registered a case of culpable homicide and under the SC/ST Act. The deal was settled for 20,000 rupees The incident took place in the Kothi police station area of Barabanki. Munishra Rawat, wife of Fateh Bahadur, a resident of Dafrapur, complained of stomach pain. Her husband took her to ‘Shri Damodar Aushadhalaya’ in Kothi market. Here, Gyan Prakash Mishra and Vivek Mishra diagnosed her with kidney stones after an examination. The surgery was agreed upon for 20,000 rupees. It is alleged that after receiving the money, Gyan Prakash consumed alcohol. After that, he started the surgery while watching YouTube videos on his mobile phone. Notice pasted on the hospital Upon receiving the information, the police and health department team reached the spot. The body has been sent for post-mortem. Assistant Chief Medical Officer Dr. L.B. Gupta inspected the illegal hospital. A notice has been pasted there, and a reply has been sought within a week. Station House Officer Amit Singh Bhadauria said that teams have been formed to arrest the accused. Since the woman belonged to the Dalit community, sections of the SC/ST Act have also been added to the case. Poonam Sharma Courtesy: Hindi News
Sajjanar warns of strict action against extortion by sections of transgender community
Hyderabad: Amid a surge in extortion complaints, Hyderabad police commissioner VC Sajjanar on Friday issued a stern warning to sections of the transgender community, stating that police would take firm legal action against anyone involved in harassment or forced collection of money. Sajjanar delivered the warning at a meeting organised by Hyderabad police in coordination with the Crime Investigation Department and Hyderabad collectorate, attended by around 250 members of the transgender community. “There have been several complaints from the public regarding groups of transgender persons descending on households during auspicious occasions and demanding huge money. Harassing residents and forcing them to give money is unacceptable,” he said. The commissioner also raised concerns about internal conflicts within the community, driven by attempts to dominate specific areas, which he said was contributing to law and order issues. He referred to a recent incident in which a transgender person died during such disputes. “Police would deal strictly with violators and at the same time, the department would always stand by those seeking to live respectfully,” he said. Additional director general of police, CID, Charu Sinha urged community members to make use of ‘Pride Place’, a system established under the women safety wing to address their concerns and support their integration into society with dignity. Jobs for transgenders Hyderabad district additional director (transgender welfare) Rajender said efforts are underway to help transgender persons secure employment in corporate companies. Telangana is home to nearly 50,000 members of the community, he said. “We advised the community members to obtain identity cards issued by the central govt to avail themselves of reservations and welfare schemes,” Rajender said. 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
Transgender empowerment initiative: Amarjeet Singh aids 133 transgenders securing jobs; Ongoing efforts for housing and social acceptance persist
Jamshedpur: Amarjeet Singh, a transgender and a city-based human rights activist, is helping transgenders turn their life around and live with freedom and dignity. In 2014, Amarjeet founded Utthaan, a community-based organisation. For a decade now, the NGO has been providing transgenders a platform to voice their rights. “We took off our campaign right after the Supreme Court upheld NALSA’s judgement in April 2014. In the last decade, we achieved breakthroughs on several fronts, but our struggle is still ongoing to earn a dignified life for the transgender community,” Amarjeet said. It is her team’s effort that presently 133 transgenders from different states got jobs on permanent rolls in Tata Steel’s operating plants in Jamshedpur, Noamundi, Ghato, and Kalinganagar. Besides, 15 school dropout transgenders are receiving formal education with the support of Tata Steel Foundation (TSF). Another six skilled transgenders will be observed on rolls at Electro Steel Ltd (ESL) Bokaro in January. The journey was not easy for Amarjeet, who is a transgender. “The rudimentary mindset of the people is still a major obstruction in securing a dignified space for the transgenders in society. At every step, I experienced objections and opposition from society, but my resilience helped me achieve the goals,” she said. Aamrjeet recalled that it took five years of persistent efforts to obtain Aadhar cards for the transgenders in 2019. Gradually, the community members also obtained Pan and ration cards. Most recently, 50 transgenders in East Singhbhum district received their voter cards in December last year. “Initially, the Election Commission rejected their applications as the transgenders failed to provide their permanent residential address. But following our request, state chief electoral officer K Ravi Kumar agreed to issue voter cards based on identification done by us. On our letterhead, voter ID cards were issued. In fact, I also got the voter card on the same letterhead,” Amarjeet said. “The Transgender Welfare Board, which was constituted in the state in 2024, paved the way for the transgenders to be covered under the universal pension scheme, helping them avail Rs 1,000 every month,” Fernandez Sundi, a community member, said. “Our grievance with the govt is that we are still struggling to get a shelter home for transgenders. Besides, there’s no Abua Awas or Pradhan Mantri Awas for our community,” said Arpity, an Utthaan member. 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
Raipur to host national transgender sports meet
RAIPUR: A decade after India last witnessed a major national sporting platform for transgender athletes, Raipur is set to script a new chapter in inclusion and equality. The national transgender sports meet 2025, themed ‘Samta Ka Mahotsav’, will take place on Dec 19–20, bringing together participants from Punjab, Delhi, UP, Jharkhand, Odisha and other parts of the country for two days of competition, culture and dialogue. Organised by Chhattisgarh Mitwa Sankalp Samiti- a community for transgenders and LGBTQ, with support from the department of social welfare, the event is being hailed as one of the most significant national initiatives for the transgender community in recent years. The sports festival aims to give transgender athletes a stage to demonstrate their strength, discipline and sporting excellence—transforming sports from a field of competition into a platform of dignity and identity, one of the organisers Vidya Rajpur said, the meet will help challenge stereotypes, build visibility and inspire confidence within the community. The event also comes at a time when the transgender community in Chhattisgarh and across India has been achieving notable breakthroughs. These include the introduction of a dedicated transgender column in govt job application forms, successful participation in the 2021 police recruitment and Bastar Fighter selections, and consistent performance in competitive examinations. Activists describe these milestones as proof of what inclusion can achieve when opportunities are equitable. The meet will be held at Swami Vivekanand athletic stadium in Raipur, and will feature athletics and other sporting events beginning both the mornings. “When transgender athletes run, compete and win on the field, society learns to see them through the lens of ability rather than identity,” said Vidya. 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
Dalits lobby for greater role as BJP set to elect UP chief
Lucknow: A section of Dalit ranks in the BJP is lobbying hard with the party leadership in Delhi ahead of the much-anticipated appointment of the state unit chief in UP, it is learnt. BJP’s Dalit functionaries are reportedly pressing for “adequate” representation in “responsible positions” in UP, where assembly elections are due in 2027. This, sources said, is being highlighted as a potential tool to mobilise the Dalit communities, which account for a sizable proportion of the voting bloc in UP. In fact, the names of two former Dalit MPs, Ram Shankar Katheria and Vidya Sagar Sonkar, are being considered for the appointment of the state president. A senior BJP functionary pointed out that only two Dalit MPs, Mithilesh Katheria (Dhanuk) and Brij Lal (Kori), represent the BJP in the Rajya Sabha from UP. Also, the BJP has just one Dalit legislator, Surendra Chaudhary, in the UP legislative council. Organisationally, the party has just one Dalit state general secretary, Priyanak Rawat, and three vice-presidents: Kanta Kardam, Neelam Sonkar and Devesh Kumar. The overdrive of the Dalit community comes even as speculations are rife about an OBC functionary being appointed as the next state president. A senior SC functionary in the state BJP said that the non-Jatav SCs have been consolidating behind the BJP since 2017, when the party formed the govt with an overwhelming majority for the first time. “This needs to be augmented further. The party needs to give SCs more space while accommodating them in key positions,” said a senior SC functionary from the UP BJP unit. 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
“Dying Is Easier Than Learning English”: 17-Year-Old Dalit Student Dies by Suicide in AP’s Kurnool After Struggling With English Lessons
A 17-year-old Dalit girl in Kurnool died by suicide on Thursday, and police say she had been struggling for months with the pressure of learning English. The incident happened at the District Institute of Education and Training in B Thandrapadu. According to police, the girl went into the college sick room and locked the door after her friends briefly stepped outside. When they returned, she did not respond, and staff later found her dead. “She was a 17 year old Dalit student at the training institute and has allegedly died by suicide,” a police official told PTI. Police said the girl had repeatedly told her father that she could not cope with English lessons. She had even written that “dying was easier than learning it,” according to officials. Despite her fear, her parents insisted she continue attending classes. Her friends also told police that she had been dealing with menstrual problems, which may have increased her emotional distress. A case has been registered under Section 194 of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, and the investigation is ongoing. Courtesy : TOP Note: This news is originally published on https:/theobserverpost.com/bha and is used purely for non-profit/non-commercial purposes, especially human rights
Madhya Pradesh: Is eating at a Dalit’s house a greater sin than cow slaughter? A Panchayat decreed bathing in the Ganges and performing the Pind Daan (worship ceremony) for a living father, causing a stir in the administration.
The Panchayat decreed that eating at a Dalit’s house cut off all supplies to the family; pressure was put on them to perform the Pind Daan (worship ceremony) for a living father. Raisen: A shocking incident has emerged from Raisen district, Madhya Pradesh, exposing the harsh reality of caste discrimination still prevalent in society. A man was socially ostracized simply because he ate at a funeral feast hosted by a Dalit family. The victim alleges that the Panchayat not only expelled him from society but also imposed shocking conditions for his reintegration. Given the gravity of the matter, the administration has launched an investigation. What is the whole matter? This incident occurred in Piparia Puaria village, Udaypura tehsil, about 100 kilometers from the Raisen district headquarters. This area is also the constituency of Narendra Shivaji Patel, Minister of State for Health in the Madhya Pradesh government. The case is about a month old, but it came to light during a public hearing on Tuesday. According to media reports, the victim, Bharat Singh Dhakad, told officials that about a month ago, a ‘Shraddha’ ceremony was held at the home of Santosh Mehtar, a Dalit man in the village. Bharat Singh Dhakad, the village panchayat’s assistant secretary, Manoj Patel, and a teacher, Satyendra Singh Raghuvanshi, had eaten at the ceremony. The Panchayat’s Bizarre Decree: “This is a Sin Bigger than Cow Slaughter” Bharat Singh alleges that the Panchayat took offense to his eating at a Dalit man’s home. The Panchayat called a meeting and passed a resolution declaring that eating at a Dalit’s home was “a sin bigger than cow slaughter.” The decree stated that whoever committed this ‘act’ would have to purify themselves by bathing in the Ganges and hosting a feast in the village before they would be accepted back into society. Two accepted the condition, one opposed. Under pressure from the Panchayat, Assistant Secretary Manoj Patel and teacher Satyendra Singh Raghuvanshi agreed to their conditions. They bathed in the Ganga and hosted a feast in the village. However, Bharat Singh Dhakad refused to obey this discriminatory order. Following this, the Panchayat allegedly declared a social boycott against him and his family. Pressure to perform ‘Pind Daan’ for his living father In an application submitted to Udaypura Tehsildar Dinesh Bargale at the public hearing, Bharat Singh made very serious allegations. He stated that he was pressured by the Panchayat that if he wanted to be absolved of sins, he would have to shave his head and perform ‘Pind Daan’ (a post-death ritual) for his living father. Dhakad said, “I and my family are being treated like untouchables. We are barred from entering the temple and are prohibited from participating in any social events in the village.” He named the Sarpanch, Deputy Sarpanch, and Panchs in his complaint. Administration and Police Stance As soon as the matter came to light, the administration swung into action. Tehsildar Dinesh Bargale said, “The matter is being investigated. If the allegations are found to be true, strict legal action will be taken against the culprits.” Meanwhile, SDOP Kunwar Singh Mukati clarified that insulting anyone based on caste or withholding food and water is a crime. He said, “Preventing someone from attending social events, considering them untouchable, or imposing punishments like bathing in the Ganges and serving them a feast is a punishable offense under the Indian Penal Code (IPC). Every citizen has the right to live with dignity. Those who spread social hatred will not be spared.” Sarpanch Denies Allegations On the other hand, when contacted, the village sarpanch, Bhagwan Singh Patel, categorically denied the allegations. He said, “Allegations like untouchability are false. If someone is not inviting them to their events due to personal reasons, it is their personal matter.” The Sarpanch also stated that the regional MLA and State Minister Narendra Shivaji Patel had also visited the village and tried to convince the people. Teacher confesses to ‘purification’ Interestingly, Satyendra Singh Raghuvanshi, the teacher who ate at the Dalit’s house, admitted that after the dispute, he had gone to his guru’s ashram in Allahabad and returned after bathing in the Sangam. He said, “I don’t believe in casteism, so I went to my friend Santosh’s house to eat. Someone made a video and made it viral, which escalated the controversy. I bathed in the Ganga on the orders of the Panchayat and now I have no complaints, nor am I being ostracized.” The teacher has been posted at the village secondary school for the past 16 years. Currently, the police and administration are trying to get to the bottom of this matter to uncover the truth. Rajan Chaudhary Courtesy: Hindi News
Why villagers in this Rajasthan village were agitated over the suspicious death of a Dalit youth, protesting for two days.
The family and the administration reached an agreement on a post-mortem. The administration assured an impartial investigation within two days, and Bhim Army leaders Rajendra Singh Dhandhal and Mangilal Meghvanshi ended the protest on Thursday. Jalore – The suspicious death of Chetan Kumar, a 23-year-old Dalit youth, in Kaleti village of Bagoda tehsil in Jalore district, Rajasthan, has shaken the entire area. Chetan’s body, who had gone to guard his fields, was found hanging from a tree, but the family claims it is a case of murder, not suicide. Signs such as his feet touching the ground, the position of the rope, and nearby wires have made the death mysterious. The family flatly refused to have a post-mortem conducted by a local medical board and insisted on calling a district-level team. The protest, villagers gathering, and administrative activity outside the Bagoda Community Health Center (CSC) mortuary continued until Thursday afternoon, but now there are reports of a compromise. Why did this incident spark a stir? Went out to guard the field at night, body found in the morning Everything seemed normal on Tuesday night. Chetan Kumar (23), son of Sanwalaram, was a resident of Kaleti village. He worked as a laborer on the farm of local farmer Lala Ram Chaudhary, where he was tending to the pomegranate crop. After dinner, Chetan left to guard the field. But around 7 a.m. on Wednesday, the farm owner, Lala Ram, informed the family that Chetan had committed suicide. Upon hearing this news, the family was devastated. Family members Madanram (30), Tikaram, Tekaram, Bijlaram, Tolaram, and mother Manjudevi immediately rushed to the scene. The scene left everyone stunned. Chetan’s body was hanging from a tree. A rope was tied around his neck, but his feet were touching the ground. According to the family, only the neck was visible, suggesting murder rather than suicide. Madanram immediately took photographs and videotaped the scene, which clearly showed three wires lying nearby, touching the body. A heavy weight (bot) had also fallen to the ground, where the body had previously been empty. The family says, “He seemed to be breathing, so we cut the rope and brought him down. But this isn’t suicide; someone has tried to disguise it as a murder.” Social activist Bhanwar Meghvanshi told The Mooknayak that the Bagoda police arrived at the scene and prepared a panchnama. The body was kept in the mortuary, but the postmortem process was halted. The family demanded a district-level medical team because they lacked trust in the local authorities. Madanram said, “Prima facie, it doesn’t appear to be a suicide. A thorough investigation should be conducted.” He belongs to the Meghwal community, and the incident sparked outrage among the Dalit community. Hundreds of villagers gathered outside the CSC mortuary. Women, children, and the elderly were all shouting, and a sit-in began, which lasted two days. Bhim Army leaders Rajendra Singh Dhandal and Mangilal Meghvanshi also arrived at the scene. They said, “This isn’t just a death, it’s a symbol of the community’s suffering. The administration should conduct an impartial investigation, otherwise there will be a protest.” According to the family, Chetan had no financial difficulties or mental problems. “He was the support of the family, why would he commit suicide?” They suspect someone else may have been involved in the murder. The wires and weights seen in the video further strengthened this suspicion. Bagoda Police Station Officer Baldev Ram stated that a postmortem report has been filed under Section 194 BNSS (investigation into the cause of death) based on the family’s complaint. An investigation has begun into all aspects, including the possibility of murder. The police formed a three-member medical board, consisting of district-level doctors. Assistant Sub-Inspector Narsiram and other teams were constantly counseling the family. Tensions were at their peak until Thursday afternoon. After several hours of persuasion, a consensus was reached between the family and the administration. The district medical board approved a postmortem. The administration assured a fair investigation within two days, after which Bhim Army leaders Rajendra Singh Dhandal and Mangilal Meghvanshi ended their protest. The body will be handed over to the family for last rites. Geetha Sunil Pillai Courtesy: Hindi News