Hooliganism in the name of religion: what’s the truth
A Dalit sarpanch was shot dead at a wedding in Madhya Pradesh slashers howled “jai Shree ram”
A person named Devilal Meena a two-time sarpanch who was a resident of the Shamgar area was shot dead at a marriage function held in Madhya Pradesh on 12th December. He was the main organizer of the function. It is said that culprits belonged to the right-wing, but the police has not yet confirmed if they were a part of any right-wing group. As per the reports, three men have been arrested.
The video of the attack circulating on social media shows the event in a state of chaos, and confusion as guests were panicked and were running around to ensure their safety from the men who were carrying heavy rods and stiks. Amidst the chaotic situation the shooter got a chance to shoot the former Sarpanch of the village, Devilal Meena. Devilal was taken to a hospital in Rajasthan’s Kota after being shot, where he was declared dead. The culprit which was highlighted in the video, dressed in red pullover and shades armed with a gun. It is not yet confirmed if he has been taken into custody. The attackers were finally driven away by some of the guests.
A murder case has been filed against 11 men
The function was arranged by the followers of godman Rampal who belong to Haryana and serving a life sentence for the murder of five women and one infant. Rampal's followers say that they follow a different wedding ceremony known as ‘RAMAINI’ which is completed in 17 minutes and as per the attacker’s such marriage is against the Hindu religion.
Why this discrimination is still happening in our democratic country
Despite constitutional safeguard and legislation, violation of Dalit’s fundamental rights continue regularly on a massive scale. They face discrimination and are in risk for child slavery and labor. As they are marginalized, young Dalit girls still suffer forced prostitution in many areas. They are restricted from associating with any political participation and are also socially humiliated.
The protection is given by the constitution but has not been followed. Article 14, 15, 16 and article 17 do not support this type of conduct of discrimination with any person.
India has progressed a lot since independence but behavioural and mental evolvment and change is needed among the citizens.
