Udaipur Bride-to-be Rides High After Caste-Based Harassment
Udaipur, Rajasthan– Pooja Meghwal, a Dalit woman, opposed caste discrimination by riding a mare in a symbolic bindoli procession on May 7, days after being forcibly eliminated from a similar procession on April 29
- Preliminary Strike: Meghwal’s initial procession was halted and attacked by individuals supposedly challenging her riding a mare because of her caste.
- Symbolic Demonstration: The 2nd procession, led by Bhim Military, aimed to assert equality and protest versus persistent caste-based discrimination.
- FIR Lodged: An FIR was submitted pertaining to the first attack, naming numerous people.
- Needs for Justice: Protestors require more investigation and action versus caste discrimination common in Rajasthan.
