Dalit Groom Assaulted During Wedding Procession in Madhya Pradesh
Dalit groom dragged off horse, attacked mid-procession in Madhya Pradesh: ‘They said it’s not for us’
The Indian Express
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A 23-year-old Dalit groom, Golu Ahirwar, was violently attacked during his wedding procession in Damoh, Madhya Pradesh, after local men objected to him riding a horse. The incident highlights ongoing caste-based discrimination, prompting police action under the SC/ST (Prevention of Atrocities) Act.
- 01Golu Ahirwar, a Dalit groom, was assaulted during his wedding procession.
- 02Local men objected to his horse riding, leading to violence.
- 03The attack involved physical assault and theft of jewelry.
- 04Police have registered a case under the SC/ST (Prevention of Atrocities) Act.
- 05Authorities are ensuring the wedding can proceed peacefully.
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In a disturbing incident in Damoh, Madhya Pradesh, a 23-year-old Dalit groom named Golu Ahirwar was dragged off his horse and beaten during his wedding procession. The attack occurred when a group of local men objected to him riding through the village, claiming such a procession was 'not meant for people like us.' Witnesses reported that a vehicle was deliberately parked to block the procession's path, escalating tensions. Despite being physically challenged, Ahirwar was assaulted with sticks and clubs, and his family members were also attacked, with some jewelry reportedly stolen during the chaos. The police have registered a case under the SC/ST (Prevention of Atrocities) Act and are actively searching for the assailants. A police presence has been established in the village to ensure the wedding can proceed without further incident. Following a medical examination, Ahirwar continued to complete his wedding rituals in Chhatarpur district.
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This incident underscores the ongoing issues of caste-based discrimination in India, highlighting the need for greater social awareness and protection for marginalized communities.
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