Dalit Man Assaulted in Maharashtra; Three Held for Caste-Based Attack
In a disturbing case of caste violence, a Dalit man was brutally attacked in Ahmednagar district, Maharashtra. Police have arrested three suspects under stringent laws, sparking outrage among activists and local communities.
Details of the Attack
The victim, 28-year-old Sachin Kharat, was allegedly assaulted by upper-caste men on June 10 in Shrigonda taluka. Eyewitnesses reported that the attackers used sticks and iron rods while hurling casteist slurs at him.
Kharat was rushed to a hospital with multiple fractures and internal injuries. Doctors describe his condition as serious but stable.
Police Response & Arrests
The Shrigonda police acted swiftly, registering an FIR under:
– IPC Section 307 (attempt to murder)
– IPC Section 34 (common intention)
– SC/ST (Prevention of Atrocities) Act
Three accused—Ramesh Jadhav, Sunil More, and Prakash Shinde—were arrested within 24 hours.
Senior Police Inspector Rajesh Patil stated:
“We are ensuring strict legal action. Justice will be served.”
Public & Political Outrage
The incident has drawn strong condemnation:
– Dalit activists called it part of a larger pattern of caste violence in Maharashtra.
– Opposition leaders (Congress, NCP) criticized the state government for failing to protect SC/ST communities.
– NCP demanded a high-level probe and compensation for the victim.
Caste Violence in Maharashtra: A Persistent Issue
Maharashtra has seen multiple caste-based atrocities, including:
– 2016 Kopardi rape case
– 2018 Bhima Koregaon clashes
Despite the SC/ST Act, activists claim poor enforcement leads to low conviction rates.
What’s Next?
- Investigations ongoing
- Pressure on authorities for justice
- Calls for systemic reforms to end caste discrimination
Kharat’s family seeks safety and justice:
“He was targeted only because of his caste.”
Conclusion
While arrests offer hope, deep-rooted caste bias persists. The fight for Dalit rights and equality remains critical.
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