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The 1997 Ramabai killings (also known as the Ramabai Ambedkar Nagar police firing or Ramabai Nagar massacre) was a controversial incident on July 11, 1997, in Mumbai (then Bombay), Maharashtra, India.4b5a38 Wikipedia. What Happened? Residents of Ramabai Ambedkar Nagar, a predominantly Dalit colony in Ghatkopar (near the Eastern Express Highway), woke up to find a statue of Dr. B.R. Ambedkar (architect of the Indian Constitution and a revered Dalit icon) desecrated with a garland of sandals/shoes around its neck — an act seen as a grave insult.5619e9 Hrw Protesters gathered, complained to the nearby Pantnagar police (Local Beat No. 5), and blocked the highway in protest. A team from the Maharashtra State Reserve Police Force (SRPF), led by Sub-Inspector Manohar Y. Kadam (also referred to as M.Y. Kadam), arrived shortly after.  They opened fire with live ammunition on the crowd and into the colony's alleys for about 10–15 minutes.ac1347 Wikipedia Casualties: 10 Dalits wer...

SC/ST, Dalit, Adivasi & Ambedkar News Bulletin 11 July 2026 1. Karnataka: Reservation issue remains in political focus The debate over reservation for Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes continues in Karnataka. The BJP has accused the state government of reducing SC/ST reservation benefits, while the government has defended its policies. The issue remains a major point of political discussion. � The Times of India 2. Andhra Pradesh: Tribal organisations renew land rights demand Tribal leaders in Andhra Pradesh have reiterated demands for stronger protection of Adivasi land rights, effective implementation of forest rights, and increased political representation for Scheduled Tribes. � The Times of India 3. Ramabai Police Firing remembered 11 July marks the anniversary of the 1997 Ramabai Ambedkar Nagar police firing in Mumbai, in which 10 Dalits were killed and many others injured during protests following the desecration of a Dr. B.R. Ambedkar statue. Ambedkarite org...

SC/ST, Dalit, Adivasi & Ambedkar News Bulletin 09 July 2026. 1. Andhra Pradesh: Tribal organisations seek stronger land rights Adivasi leaders in Andhra Pradesh renewed their demand for stronger legal protection of tribal lands, effective implementation of the Forest Rights Act, and greater political representation for Scheduled Tribes. They stressed that protecting tribal land is essential for safeguarding the livelihoods and constitutional rights of indigenous communities. � The Times of India 2. Uttar Pradesh highlights support for SC/ST atrocity victims The Uttar Pradesh government continued to promote its victim assistance programme under the SC/ST (Prevention of Atrocities) Act. The scheme provides financial assistance, legal aid, rehabilitation, and other support to victims of caste-based atrocities to improve access to justice. � The Times of India 3. Ministry of Tribal Affairs launches new tribal education initiatives The Ministry of Tribal Affairs has introduc...

SC/ST, Dalit, Adivasi & Ambedkar News Bulletin 09 July 2026 1. Andhra Pradesh: Tribal organisations demand stronger land and political rights Tribal organisations in Andhra Pradesh renewed their demand for stronger legal protection of Adivasi lands, effective implementation of the Forest Rights Act, and greater political representation for Scheduled Tribes. Community leaders said safeguarding tribal land is essential for protecting livelihoods and constitutional rights. � The Times of India 2. Social justice and reservation remain key national issues Across several states, discussions continued on the implementation of reservation policies for SC, ST and OBC communities in education and public employment. Activists and scholars called for stricter enforcement of constitutional safeguards and equal opportunities for marginalized communities. � International Dalit Solidarity Network +1 3. Focus on protection from caste-based atrocities Human rights groups reiterated the n...