What’s Enforcement Directorate Got to Do With Dalit Farmers?
In Tamil Nadu, a land dispute involving two elderly Dalit farmers and a local political leader has led to a controversial intervention by the Enforcement Directorate (ED), a central government agency, raising eyebrows and causing public outcry, according to a media report.
Can Robotic Cleaning Replace Manual Scavenging?
Rajasthan has introduced robotic cleaners, a significant technological advancement aimed at replacing manual scavenging. While this represents a notable step forward, it may not scratch the surface of a deeper, more profound issue: the persistent lack of dignity imposed on Dalits, the community most affected by manual scavenging. After all, the problem of manual scavenging is not merely technical but deeply human.
12-Year-Old Dalit Rape Survivor Gets Rs. 600 Pension as ‘Justice’
Recently, a young girl in tattered clothes knocked on doors in Madhya Pradesh state’s Ujjain district, seeking help after a horrific rape. She’s home now, but what she and her family have gotten from the government suggests victims who are poor and/or Dalits receive a form of “justice” that corresponds with their perceived social standing.
The Price of Peaceful Protest in Uttar Pradesh
When the Uttar Pradesh state police recently arrested 10 activists, mostly Dalits, the alarm bells didn’t just ring for them. They echoed through the entire fabric of Indian society. Their supposed crime? A peaceful protest for land rights in Gorakhpur. They had a simple demand—an acre of land for marginalised communities.
Father Deems Killing Daughter ‘Better’ Than Her Relationship with Dalit Man
A man in Karnataka state took the life of his 20-year-old daughter, citing her relationship with a Dalit man as the reason. The father became enraged after his daughter, a college student, ignored his warnings to end the relationship.