BJP’s Anil Bonde Alleges Forced Conversions Of Transgender Persons In Maharashtra
The Rajya Sabha MP claims a network is coercing transgender individuals in Amravati and Yavatmal to convert to Islam, urges urgent police action. Anil Bonde alleges a coercive conversion racket targeting transgender persons in Amravati and Yavatmal. Some affected individuals reportedly reconverted to Hinduism at the Kumbh Mela in Prayagraj. Bonde plans to inform Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis and has demanded immediate police action. A BJP Rajya Sabha member has claimed that a racket is forcing transgender persons in Maharashtra’s Amravati and Yavatmal districts to convert to Islam, prompting demands for immediate police action. PTI reported that Anil Bonde told reporters on Saturday that several transgender individuals from Amravati had approached him alleging forced religious conversion, which he said had created fear within the community. Some of those who complained had reconverted to Hinduism through a ritual at the Kumbh Mela held earlier this year in Prayagraj, Uttar Pradesh, he said. According to PTI, Bonde added that he would inform Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis about the matter and pressed the state government to initiate urgent police action. Courtesy : Outlook India Note: This news is originally published on https:/outlookindia.com/bha and is used purely for non-profit/non-commercial purposes, especially human rights
Revanth–Rahul show unity after bypoll win; cabinet expansion talks gain buzz
Hyderabad: In a clear display of unity after the decisive Jubilee Hills bypoll victory, AICC leader Rahul Gandhi on Saturday praised the ‘teamwork and coordination’ that powered the Congress win — setting the tone for a strategy reset ahead of local body and GHMC elections.Rahul is set to hold a detailed review meeting with chief minister A Revanth Reddy and his council of ministers to assess the bypoll performance, the political climate in Telangana, and the road map for upcoming electoral battles. At the heart of this upcoming huddle is also a key political question: When will Revanth fill the two vacant cabinet berths? Rahul is learnt to have directly asked the chief minister about his expansion plans, a move that has re-energised conversations within the party. Revanth, along with deputy CM Bhatti Vikramarka, AICC Telangana in-charge Meenakshi Natarajan, TPCC president B Mahesh Kumar Goud, and newly-elected MLA V Naveen Yadav, called on Rahul Gandhi, AICC president Mallikarjun Kharge, and AICC general secretary KC Venugopal in Delhi. All three national leaders congratulated Naveen Yadav and the Telangana team for the bypoll win. The meeting came just a day after the result — significant because opposition parties had been alleging a widening rift between Rahul and Revanth. The coordinated outreach by the CM, accompanied by Naveen Yadav and top state leaders, worked as a public reaffirmation of smooth communication between Hyderabad and the high command. Though it was widely speculated that Revanth’s team discussed the evolving political situation, local body elections, GHMC polls and cabinet expansion — and that the CM invited Rahul and Kharge to the Congress govt’s two-year celebrations and the Global Summit in Dec — senior leaders maintained that there was no formal confirmation on these points. “It was a brief meeting where Naveen was introduced and all three AICC leaders complimented the new MLA and the TPCC team. There wasn’t much discussion on other issues,” Mahesh Goud clarified, attempting to cool the buzz. Yet, the very composition of the delegation — the CM, deputy CM, Meenakshi, Mahesh Goud — triggered intense speculation in Telangana Congress circles. Their collective presence in Delhi fuelled talk of imminent cabinet expansion or even a reshuffle, despite the CM’s official reason for travel being participation in Kapil Sibal’s book release. Names doing the rounds for the two vacant berths include Komatireddy Raj Gopal Reddy, Malreddy Ranga Reddy, Actor-MLC Vijayashanti, Mahesh Goud himself, and Naveen Yadav. And after Mohammed Azharuddin’s recent entry into the cabinet, many senior leaders believe a reshuffle cannot be ruled out. 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
Siddaramaiah met Rahul Gandhi in Delhi, now DK Shivakumar is going to meet him. Is something going to happen in Karnataka?
Amidst speculation about a cabinet reshuffle in Karnataka, Chief Minister Siddaramaiah met with Rahul Gandhi, the Leader of the Opposition in the Lok Sabha, in New Delhi. Sources said that Siddaramaiah, along with Energy Minister KJ George, held a 30-minute discussion with Gandhi at former Congress President Sonia Gandhi’s residence. Bengaluru: Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah met Rahul Gandhi in Delhi. The two held a half-hour discussion at Sonia Gandhi’s residence. Siddaramaiah’s Energy Minister KJ George was also present during the meeting. It is believed that this meeting was about the reshuffle in Karnataka. Siddaramaiah’s two-and-a-half-year term is coming to an end. There is speculation that DK Shivakumar could be replaced as Chief Minister, and that a cabinet reshuffle would give new faces a chance. However, Siddaramaiah dismissed these speculations, stating that the only discussion during their meeting was the Bihar election results. Meanwhile, DK Shivakumar’s statement on this meeting sparked speculation. Siddaramaiah kept this meeting a secret, although the news spread in the media. He did not want his meeting with Rahul Gandhi to become public. Siddaramaiah, who usually shares photos of every meeting, big or small, on social media, did not post a single photo of his meeting with Rahul Gandhi. This sparked all sorts of speculation. Siddaramaiah’s Claim The Karnataka Chief Minister said, “Yes, I met Rahul Gandhi. We only discussed the Bihar elections. He is our leader, so we encouraged him after the Bihar election defeat. He said he was not worried about it. We told him not to lose heart. There was no discussion on a cabinet reshuffle. If I get time, I will meet the Prime Minister on Monday.” What DK Shivakumar Said Reacting to Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah’s meeting with Congress leader Rahul Gandhi on Saturday, Deputy Chief Minister DK Shivakumar said he was unaware of the meeting. He said, “I am not aware of the Chief Minister’s meeting with Rahul Gandhi. I am not aware of any discussion on a cabinet reshuffle… I don’t know if I will meet (with Rahul Gandhi) on Sunday.” Amid growing curiosity about potential changes in the Karnataka leadership, Shivakumar said, “If you have any questions about leadership changes, talk to the Chief Minister. We have to listen to the party.” Shivakumar further said that the Chief Minister has every right to meet Mallikarjun Kharge, the Home Minister, or the Prime Minister. What is wrong with that? Siddaramaiah’s Claim In addition to statements from various ministers and Congress leaders, Siddaramaiah himself hinted on Tuesday that a cabinet reshuffle was likely, as two positions had become vacant due to the resignations of ministers KN Rajanna and B Nagendra. A source familiar with the meeting said that Rahul Gandhi has given his approval for a reshuffle in the state cabinet. The source added that it is now up to the Chief Minister to decide. Meanwhile, amid discussions of a leadership change, KPCC President DK Shivakumar also arrived in New Delhi on Saturday and is expected to meet with Gandhi and other senior leaders. It is reported that he now wants to include MLAs from his faction in the cabinet expansion. Curated by: Shashi Mishra About the Author Shashi Pandey Mishra is a senior journalist at Navbharat Times Online. She writes stories on politics, crime, health, and the human angle. She also enjoys writing on issues related to women and children. She also writes ground reporting and interesting stories. She has 18 years of experience in journalism. Courtesy: Hindi News
Rahul Gandhi’s Bihar setback: Congress slips badly, INDIA bloc routed — what could have gone wrong
NEW DELHI: Haryana, Maharashtra, Delhi — and now Bihar. What should have been a comeback moment for the Congress-led INDIA bloc instead turned into a rout. Bihar has delivered the harshest blow yet. With the Nitish Kumar–led NDA storming past the 200-seat mark and the Congress slipping to one of its most disappointing performances in the state, the INDIA bloc’s brief post-Lok Sabha momentum has abruptly evaporated, pulling the coalition back to political reality. Follow Bihar election results 2025 live updates NDA won 202 seats out of the 243-member assembly, reducing the Rashtriya Janata Dal to a historical low and Congress to single digits. This comes down to Congress’ tactical, not strategic, electoral marriages with regional parties, which often lead to chaos and confusion in the run-up to the elections. What happened in Bihar? Alliance without alignment In the run-up to the Bihar elections, the Mahagathbandhan allies hit their first roadblock over the seat-sharing deal. While the NDA, despite all the infighting, reached a deal, the RJD, Congress, VIP and Left parties failed to decide on seat allotment even till the eve of the first phase of the elections. In at least 11 constituencies, allies within the Mahagathbandhan — the RJD, Congress, CPI and VIP — found themselves pitted against each other, leading to what were described as “friendly fights” but which in reality ended up splitting the opposition vote. These contests, spread across Vaishali, Kahalgaon, Narkatiaganj and several other seats, reveal how coordination failures and local ambitions undermined the alliance’s broader effort to challenge the BJP-led NDA’s dominance in the state. Interestingly, Jharkhand Mukti Morcha – key partner of INDIA bloc from Jharkhand” withdrew from the Bihar contest after a stalemate over its seat-sharing deal with the INDIA bloc. “Unfortunately, JMM won’t be part of the Bihar polls despite my intentions and plans. This is only because of RJD’s ‘political’ immaturity,” JMM leader Sudivya Kumar had said after the impasse. Rahul’s Bihar miss Leader of opposition in Lok Sabha Rahul Gandhi once again proved to be a flop show in the Bihar assembly election. The Congress leader’s Voter Adhikar Yatra, which he rolled out just days ahead of the election, did not prove to be a trump card. Additionally, his repeated attacks on the Election Commission and charges of “vote theft” proved to be irrelevant in Bihar politics. Following his yatra, Rahul Gandhi remained largely absent and returned to the campaign trail only on 29 October. Gandhi’s absence has become a significant issue amid a crisis within the party’s ranks, with many leaders alleging discrepancies in the distribution of tickets. Meanwhile, overwhelming women voters’ participation tilted the mandate toward the NDA, boosted by welfare schemes for women. One of the most talked-about schemes before the election was Mukhya Mantri Mahila Rozgar Yojana — Rs 10,000 assistance for women wanting to start small enterprises. Women voters took the lead in what the Election Commission of India described as Bihar’s highest-ever voter turnout, with 71.6 per cent of female electors casting their ballots compared to 62.8 per cent of men. In the first phase of voting, 69.04 per cent of women turned out to vote, well above the 61.56 per cent male turnout. The trend strengthened in the second phase, when 74.03 per cent of women voters exercised their franchise, again surpassing the 64.1 per cent turnout among men. Overall, Bihar recorded a 66.91 per cent voter turnout — the highest since the state’s first elections in 1951 — with women driving the surge in participation. The Seemanchal split The Mahagathbandhan’s dilemma over partnering with Asaduddin Owaisi’s AIMIM in Seemanchal also proved to be costly for the opposition alliance, as the fight between AIMIM and the Mahagathbandhan benefitted the NDA in the region. While AIMIM managed five seats in the region, the Mahagathbandhan was reduced to only nine seats. AIMIM leader Waris Pathan claimed that “RJD and the Congress are themselves responsible for the division of minority votes.” He further said that the opposition alliance was given an opportunity to come together “by seeking only six seats from the Mahagathbandhan, but they refused”. No cadre for Congress In the run-up to the elections, cracks within the Congress Bihar unit also resurfaced. Rebel Congress leaders, including several MLAs, staged protests for being denied tickets. These leaders demanded the immediate replacement of the party’s Bihar in-charge Krishna Allavaru with a ‘political’ person. After the Bihar polls, the next challenges for INDIA alliance awaits in the form of West Bengal, Assam and Tamil Nadu assembly election. Now, it will be interesting to see how the opposition bloc. 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
MP: BTP MLA writes to CM, demanding an investigation into the expenditure of ₹1.25 lakh crore from the Tribal Sub-Plan Fund.
The MLA has requested the Chief Minister to prepare a department-wise review report of the expenditure of the TSP Fund over the past three years, to clarify whether the funds have been used in accordance with the intended objectives. Bhopal. Serious questions have been raised regarding the use of the Tribal Sub-Plan (TSP) funds, created for the development of tribal-dominated areas. Kamleshwar Dodiyar, MLA of the Bharat Adivasi Party from the Sailana constituency in Ratlam district, has sent a letter to Chief Minister Dr. Mohan Yadav demanding a high-level investigation and department-wise review of the expenditure incurred under the TSP Fund over the past three years. 1.25 lakh crore spent in three years, but where is the benefit? MLA Dodiyar stated in his letter that the state government has spent approximately ₹1.25 lakh crore under the TSP Fund over the past three financial years. However, the worrying fact is that this amount was primarily spent not through the Tribal Affairs Department but was used by 42 other state departments for their own projects. According to him, out of a total provision of ₹148 lakh crore, actual utilization of ₹125 lakh crore was recorded. Of these, the Energy, Agriculture, and Rural Development departments spent the most. In contrast, expenditure by the Employment, Industry, Tourism, and New Energy departments was negligible, raising questions about the scheme’s objectives. Serious Allegations Regarding Fund Transfer Dodiyar also mentioned in his application that the Water Resources Department transferred ₹355 crore from the TSP to other general items, which is contrary to the spirit of the Tribal Sub-Plan. He stated that when departments use TSP funds for their regular schemes, it raises concerns about how much of the actual benefit has reached the tribal community. Implementation deviates from the original spirit of the scheme MLA Kamleshwar Dodiyar stated clearly that the primary objective of the TSP fund is to develop basic amenities such as education, health, roads, irrigation, electricity, drinking water, employment, and social security in tribal-dominated areas. This fund was specifically created for areas where infrastructure remains weak and people lack easy access to basic entitlements. However, he expressed concern that when this amount is spent on general schemes of various departments, the intended development work in tribal areas remains incomplete. This not only undermines the original objective of the scheme but also adversely impacts the socio-economic empowerment of these communities. Demand for Department-Wise Review and Audit The MLA urged the Chief Minister to prepare a department-wise review report of the expenditure of the TSP fund over the last three years to clarify whether the funds have been used in accordance with the intended objectives. He also demanded that financial audits be conducted against departments that have arbitrarily diverted funds to other items, ensuring transparency in the entire process. The MLA also demanded that departments or officials whose negligence has adversely affected the development of tribal areas be held accountable. He believes that without strict action, the proper utilization of TSP funds cannot be ensured, and its true beneficiaries, the tribal communities, are being deprived. MLA Dodiyar suggested that in future, TSP funds be allocated and spent only through the Tribal Affairs Department, so that the funds can truly be utilized in accordance with the needs of tribal areas. He said that if TSP funds continue to be used for general schemes of other departments, the development of tribal areas will remain limited to paper only. MLA Dodiyar requested Chief Minister Dr. Mohan Yadav to take immediate cognizance of this serious issue and issue necessary instructions. He also said, “An investigation should be conducted into the misuse of TSP funds and I should be informed promptly of the action taken.” Ankit Pachauri Courtesy: Hindi News
Chhattisgarh: This unique museum in Naya Raipur tells the saga of bravery of unsung tribal heroes.
History from 1774 to 1939 comes alive in 16 galleries; the sword of Martyr Veer Narayan Singh and the ‘Adi Vani’ app are the main attractions. Raipur: Whenever the country’s freedom struggle is mentioned, images of great heroes like Bhagat Singh, Chandrashekhar Azad, and Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose come to mind. Their stories inspire millions. However, the contribution of revolutionaries from the tribal community in this struggle was no less, although very few people know about them. To recognize these unsung heroes and make their stories accessible to the public, a very special museum has been created in Naya Raipur, Chhattisgarh. The ‘Shaheed Veer Narayan Singh Memorial and Tribal Freedom Fighter Museum’ is not just a building, but a living document of history. PM Modi inaugurated Located in Sector 24 of Naya Raipur, this sprawling museum spans 9.75 acres. It was inaugurated by Prime Minister Narendra Modi on November 1 of this year. The total cost of this project, designed by the Tribal Welfare Department, was ₹53.13 crore. The museum aims to provide visitors with a holistic experience of the lives and struggles of tribal revolutionaries. Displays include life-size statues depicting key moments of the freedom struggle, historical documents containing execution orders, and weapons used by the rebels. A testimony to the struggle from 1774 to 1939 The museum is divided into 16 galleries, where hundreds of statues narrate the untold stories of the atrocities and resistance faced by tribal communities between 1774 and 1939. Sonmani Bora, Principal Secretary of the Tribal Development Department, said, “The digital experiences here, including the sword used by martyr Veer Narayan Singh against the British, his memorial, and a digital view of the famous Maa Danteshwari Temple in Dantewada, make this museum an unforgettable experience for visitors.” A Wonderful Confluence of Art and Culture The main entrance of the museum is decorated with traditional wood carvings from the Surguja region. The names of 200 tribal freedom fighters are also inscribed, giving visitors a sense of pride even before they enter. A life-size statue of Birsa Munda is installed in the courtyard. It is noteworthy that Birsa Munda’s birth anniversary (November 15) is celebrated nationwide as ‘Tribal Pride Day’. More than a dozen digital screens have been installed in the reception hall, playing animated video stories. Additionally, there is a mini-theater where short films based on the life stories of tribal leaders like Veer Narayan Singh, Gend Singh, Gundadhur, and Ramadhin Gond are shown. A glimpse of various tribes While the reception area is brightly lit, the galleries are dimmed to bring the statues to life. The exhibits showcase the culture, beliefs, arts, and skills of Particularly Backward Tribes (PVTGs) such as the Kamar, Baiga, Abujhmariya, Pahari Korwa, and Birhor. Their sculptures, paintings, and everyday objects are also on display. From the Pages of History: Captain Blunt and Veer Narayan Singh Recalling an interesting historical incident, TRTI Assistant Director Anil Virulkar told the Indian Express, “The museum also features the story of Captain Blunt of the East India Company. When he tried to invade Bastar in 1795, the local tribes—Gond, Koya, Dorla, and Madia—attacked him with their traditional weapons and forced him to retreat.” Another gallery tells the story of Veer Narayan Singh’s rebellion, who raised his voice against the British when they refused to give grain from their warehouses to tribal people struggling with hunger and poverty. Mahatma Gandhi’s visit to Dhamtari is also mentioned here. Connecting through Technology Special arrangements have been made to connect history with modern technology. TRTI Director Hina Netam said, “We have developed an app called ‘Adi Vani’, which offers translations in Gondi and Halbi languages. Additionally, we have created short films and videos in local languages such as Chhattisgarhi, Gondi, and Halbi, which will be shown on the museum’s immersive dome and other digital platforms.” This museum is certainly an enlightening pilgrimage for those who want to understand the incomparable contribution of tribal society to India’s freedom struggle. Rajan Chaudhary Courtesy: Hindi News
Transgender from Indore, MP, raped: 25 lakh rupees defrauded and physically exploited under pressure to change gender
Police are taking this case seriously and investigating from various angles. Financial transactions, bank details, chat records, and medical documents are also being examined. Bhopal. Serious allegations made by a transgender model in Indore, Madhya Pradesh, have raised deep concern within the police department and society. The 23-year-old victim, a resident of Indore and working in the field of modeling and fashion designing, has accused Yuvraj Rajput, a resident of Dewas, of rape, fraud, pressure to change her gender, and extorting 25 lakh rupees. Police have registered an FIR in the case, arrested the accused, and initiated an investigation. First acquaintance, then conversation According to the victim, she met Yuvraj Rajput, a resident of Dewas, some time ago during a family function. A casual introduction at the event led to a social media conversation, and the two remained in constant contact on Instagram. During this conversation, the victim clearly told Yuvraj that she was transgender. According to the victim, Yuvraj did not object to this information at that time, but instead, the conversation and their closeness grew. Reached the house under the pretext of meeting and committed rape According to the details recorded in the FIR, on May 9, 2024, Yuvraj arrived at the victim’s house under the pretext of meeting her. It is alleged that during the meeting, he forcibly had physical relations with her. When she resisted, Yuvraj threatened her and told her that if she liked him and wanted to marry him, she would have to become a woman. The victim claims that from that day on, Yuvraj began continuously exploiting her mentally, physically, and financially. Pressed to undergo gender reassignment surgery, forced her to undergo treatment with a doctor, and extorted money The victim told the police that Yuvraj pressured her to undergo gender reassignment surgery and forced her to undergo treatment with a doctor. He extorted a large sum of money from her in the name of transgender surgery and hormonal treatment. It is alleged that he took approximately 25 lakh rupees from her under the pretext of medical treatment and marriage. Furthermore, the victim stated that Yuvraj used the money to buy a car for himself, which was paid for with her own money. Pressure to have relationships with friends, allegations of drugging and assault The complaint also states that Yuvraj would pressure her into relationships with his friends after drugging her. He would beat and threaten her if she refused. According to the victim, she endured prolonged mental and physical torture, after which she mustered the courage to file a complaint with the police. Accused arrested, molestation cases filed previously Following the incident, police took action and arrested Yuvraj Rajput. Preliminary investigations also revealed that Yuvraj runs a gym in Dewas. According to police records, some young women who visited the gym had previously filed complaints of molestation against him, and a case was registered in that case as well. Cybercrime and economic crimes are also being investigated. Police are taking this case seriously and investigating from various angles. Financial transactions, bank details, chat records, and medical documents are also being examined. Police say the allegations are serious and if concrete evidence is found, additional charges may be added against the accused. Ankit Pachauri Courtesy: Hindi News
Transgender students are not eligible for NCC recruitment! Learn what the Kerala High Court told the Central Government to address this policy gap.
Suggestion to consider establishing an NCC Transgender Division Ernakulam: The Kerala High Court dismissed a petition filed by a 22-year-old transgender student seeking admission to the NCC due to the lack of a provision in the NCC admission rules. However, the court made an important recommendation to the Central Government, stating that transgender students should also be given the opportunity to join the NCC. The High Court directed the Ministry of Defense and the Ministry of Law to seriously consider this issue. The current law does not provide for admission of transgender students into the NCC, which the court emphasized needs to be amended. A bench headed by Justice N. Nagaresh dismissed the petition filed by transgender student Janvin Cleetus, but also directed the Central Government to review the issue and take necessary action. This decision marks a significant turning point in the fight for equal opportunities in public life for the transgender community. What is the whole matter? Janvin Cleetus, a resident of Valiathura, Thiruvananthapuram, applied for admission to the 30(K) Battalion NCC, Calicut. Cleetus possesses a transgender identity card issued by the Thiruvananthapuram District Collector on February 14, 2024, and met all the eligibility criteria and participated in the selection process. However, during the interview, he was informed that he could not be admitted to the NCC due to his gender identity. Advocate Dhanuja M.S., representing the petitioner, argued that this discrimination based on gender identity is a direct violation of Articles 14 (equality before the law), 15 (prohibition of discrimination), 19 (freedom of speech and expression), and 21 (right to life and personal liberty) of the Indian Constitution. The NCC and the central government stated in their response that Section 6 of the NCC Act, 1948, currently provides for the admission of only male and female students as cadets. They argued that NCC training involves physical exercises, sports, and long camps, where cadets are required to live together in field conditions. Therefore, the gender-specific admission policy is designed to ensure the safety and well-being of cadets of different genders. It is true that transgender candidates are disadvantaged in NCC admissions, and ideally, transgender students should also be given the opportunity to enroll in the NCC. Kerala High Court What did the High Court say? The court acknowledged that depriving transgender students of opportunities like the NCC is a matter of concern. The court made important observations in its judgment: “It is true that transgender candidates are disadvantaged in NCC admissions, and ideally, transgender students should also be given the opportunity to enroll in the NCC.” However, the court also stated that there is an “intelligible difference” in treating individuals of different genders differently, given the provisions of the existing law and the nature of the training. The court clarified that creating a transgender division in the NCC would require legislative intervention and a clear policy. Justice Nagaresh said: “The formation of an NCC transgender division would require a minimum/sufficient number of transgender students to constitute a separate division. These are matters of policy that require adequate study, which is the function of the executive. Legislative intervention is also required for their implementation.” Despite dismissing the petition, the High Court suggested a course of action on the issue. The court directed that a copy of its decision be sent to the Secretaries of the Ministry of Defence and the Ministry of Law and Justice, Government of India, “for consideration and necessary action on the issue.” Geetha Sunil Pillai Courtesy: Hindi News
Badaun: Dalit wedding party members attacked with pistols and sticks; police accused of mishandling a serious case as “breach of peace.”
Viral video shows the accused with pistols and sticks, misbehaving with a statue of Ambedkar; police accused of suppressing the SC/ST Act. Badaun: Police performance in Uttar Pradesh’s Badaun district is once again under scrutiny. The police have been accused of “covering up” the serious case of misbehavior and assault on Dalit wedding party members in the Faizganj Behat police station area. The victims claim the accused were armed and used casteist slurs, yet instead of registering a case under the SC/ST Act, the police merely charged them under sections of breach of peace. What is the whole matter? The incident is reported to have occurred late on November 12th. Dharampal Singh, a resident of Mewali village in the Ughaiti police station area, was traveling by car with his family and relatives to attend a wedding. It is alleged that two unidentified individuals overtook his car on the road and forced it to stop. Dharampal Singh stated in his complaint that his car had a statue of Baba Saheb Dr. Bhimrao Ambedkar. Upon seeing this, the accused began using casteist slurs and attempted to attack him with a knife. Hooliganism Caught on Video According to a Dainik Bhaskar report, a video of the incident has also surfaced, exposing the police’s claims. It can be clearly seen in the video that one of the attackers is holding a transparent police-style baton, while the other is seen holding a pistol. Questions about the police’s role It is alleged that the police kept the case on hold for two days. Only when the video of the incident went viral on social media on the night of November 13th and higher officials took cognizance did the local police take action. The police quickly arrested one accused, Neetu, but he was also charged only with breach of peace (Section 151). The other accused remains at large. Weapons not recovered, serious charges missing Surprisingly, despite the weapon visible in the video, the police have not yet recovered either the transparent stick or the pistol. The victim alleges that they filed a complaint under the SC/ST Act, which the police ignored. In this case, Station House Officer Rajkumar Singh confirmed that action has been taken against one accused for breach of peace. However, the police’s intentions are being questioned for ignoring serious charges. Rajan Chaudhary Courtesy: Hindi News
Krishnagiri man gets double life term for killing son, mother over intercaste marriage
Dhandapani, a caste Hindu had opposed his son D Subash’s marriage to dalit girl S Anusuya from Ariyalur district three years ago. KRISHNAGIRI: A 53-year-old man was sentenced to two life sentences by a Krishnagiri court on Friday for ‘honour’ killings. The Krishnagiri Principal and sessions court sentenced 53-year-old P Dhandapani, a native of Arunapathy village near Uthangarai taluk for the murder of his son and mother over his son’s intercaste marriage with a dalit girl. “In 2023, while Subash was working in a textile company he came into contact with Anusuya and the couple got married in March 2023. However, Dhandapani had opposed the union, while Dhandapani’s mother P Kannammal (65) had supported her grandson’s choice,” say police. In April 2023, Dhandapani invited the couple to his home in Arunapathy in the guise of reconciliation. But the next day Dhandapani hacked Subash to death while he was asleep. Kannammal, who attempted to rescue her grandson, was also hacked to death. While Anusuya tried to escape, she was also hacked and left for dead. Anusuya was later rescued and rushed to the Krishnagiri government hospital and later transferred to the Dharmapuri Medical College hospital where she survived after treatment. The Uthangarai police arrested Dhandapani under IPC 307, 302 and SC/ST POA Act. The trial of the case was being conducted in the Krishnagiri Principal and Sessions Court. On Friday, judge VR Latha sentenced Dhandapani to two life imprisonments for murder and another 10 year for the attempted murder of Anusuya. Further, he has been fined Rs 8,000 and the judge ordered the Krishnagiri District administration to pay Rs 2 lakh to Anusuya in accordance with SC/ST Prevention of Atrocities Act. In a press meet at the CPI(M) party headquarters in Krishnagiri, Anusuya told media personnel, “The Tamil Nadu Untouchability Eradication Front and the CPI(M) had played a key role in helping me overcome the loss and seeking justice. The judgement brings hope to victims of honour killing. As a victim I feel a separate law for honour killing must be enacted in Tamil Nadu. This judgement is a lesson to people who place caste above all else”. Anusuya also expressed her thanks to TNUEF and CPI(M) for their aid in nine surgeries and education, helping her to complete her B.Ed course. P Suganthi, state general secretary of TNUEF, was also present at the press meet. 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