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Dalit BJP Leader Rakesh Sahay Alleges City Chief’s Gunman Pointed Weapon at Him in Aligarh
A controversy has erupted within the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) in Aligarh after the gunman of the party’s city president was accused of pointing a carbine at a Dalit leader during a party programme.
The incident took place on Wednesday at the Atal Smriti Sammelan held at the Habitat Centre, which falls under the Civil Lines police station area in Aligarh. Rakesh Sahay, city general secretary of the BJP’s Scheduled Caste Morcha, alleged that the gunman of the BJP Aligarh city president, Engineer Rajiv Sharma, misbehaved with party workers and aimed his weapon at him during an argument.
Speaking to the media, Sahay claimed the act reflected discrimination. “This happened because I am Dalit. Carbines will be pointed at us and cases will be filed against us. This gunman has been kept to intimidate party workers, not for security,” he alleged.
According to eyewitnesses, the dispute began when BJP regional president Durvijay Singh Shakya arrived at the venue. As he moved from the fifth floor towards the auditorium, several party workers, including Sahay, tried to take selfies with him. During this, workers were allegedly pushed aside, leading to heated arguments between the city president’s entourage and BJP workers.
Tensions rose again during the welcome ceremony on stage when Sahay, former mandal president Sanjay Sharma and Gorang Tiwari stepped forward to greet the regional president. They were reportedly stopped by the city president’s gunman, which led to another round of arguments. Senior party leaders intervened and managed to calm the situation for a while.
However, after the programme ended and the regional president left the venue, another confrontation broke out. During this argument, the gunman allegedly pulled out his carbine and pointed it at Rakesh Sahay, creating panic among party workers. Other BJP leaders and security staff stepped in to defuse the situation.
Metropolitan vice-president Sanjay Goyal confirmed that party workers were only trying to take photographs with the regional president. “There was pushing and arguments, but pointing a weapon at a worker is completely unacceptable,” he said, adding that the matter would be reported to the BJP’s state leadership.
BJP Aligarh city president Engineer Rajiv Sharma denied the allegations. He claimed that some workers created chaos at the event and manhandled the gunman when he tried to manage the crowd. “This entire episode has damaged the image of the party,” Sharma said.
Following the incident, the gunman, identified as Anoop Kumar, submitted a written complaint to Senior Superintendent of Police Neeraj Jadoun. Police officials said CCTV footage from the venue is being examined to establish the sequence of events. “An inquiry is underway, and all aspects of the incident are being verified,” a police officer said.
The incident has caused unease within the BJP’s local unit in Aligarh, with several leaders demanding accountability and restraint at party programmes, especially when senior leaders and workers are present.
Courtesy : TOP
5 injured after gang opens fire at Dalit family:Dispute over cow grazing led to attack in Morena village; elderly man seen pleading with folded hands
In Rajaram Ka Pura village of the Jaura development block in Morena, influential villagers allegedly opened fire and assaulted a Dalit family after the family refused to let their cows graze in the field or allow the removal of bajra stalks. The attackers are accused of firing indiscriminately and then beating the family with sticks.
Injured admitted to the hospital
Five members of the family are injured in the incident and have been admitted to Jaura Hospital. The victim’s family has also accused the police of delaying in registering the report. The incident occurred on the first day of the new year, i.e., Thursday at 3 PM. The video surfaced on Friday morning.
According to the victim, Maharaj Jatav, the cows of influential villagers Banwari Gurjar and his associates were grazing in his field. When the family protested, they also took away the bajra stalks. Due to this, the dispute escalated, and the influential people threatened to take revenge.
Fired 8-10 rounds, beaten with sticks
It is alleged that Banwari Gurjar, along with his 10-12 companions, reached the house of a Dalit family. First, 8 to 10 rounds were fired, after which the family was attacked with sticks and batons.
In the video, youths are also seen holding sticks and batons. Ramesh Jatav, Maharaj Jatav, Bahadur Jatav, Mahadevi Jatav, and Simla Jatav were injured in the assault.
During the dispute, an elderly member of the family even folded his hands and apologized to the bullies, but despite this, the accused did not stop the assault.
Police accused of delaying FIR After the incident, the injured family members reached the Jaura police station. It is alleged that their complaint was not registered immediately.
The FIR was registered late at night. A case has been registered against Banwari Gurjar, Vishram Gurjar, Damodar Gurjar, Bunty Gurjar, and Veera Gurjar in the matter.
Jaura SDOP Nitin Baghel said,
The dispute was over a cow and fodder. The investigation revealed that there was first an altercation with a youth from the Gurjar family, after which there was a physical fight between both parties. An FIR has been registered based on the video and available evidence. The investigation of the case is ongoing.
Courtesy : Bhaskar English
Here’s the latest verified news on Dalit/SC atrocities and related caste-violence reports around early January 2026, including updates close to 02 January 2026:
🔥 Recent Atrocities & Incidents
1. Ongoing caste atrocity investigations (Karnataka)
- The Karnataka State Human Rights Commission visited Inam Veerapur on 6 January 2026 after alleged atrocities against a Dalit family. The commission stressed transparent investigation, victim support, fair compensation, and peace-building measures. Authorities are moving the case to specialized agencies and considering fast-track courts.
2. Brutal attack on Dalit teen in Uttar Pradesh
- A 16-year-old Dalit boy in Bareilly was reportedly kidnapped at gunpoint, stripped naked, and assaulted — the entire act was recorded. Police arrested three suspects while others remain at large. The incident has drawn wide outrage.
3. Dalit woman murdered in Karnataka
- In Yellapur (Uttara Kannada), a 30-year-old Dalit woman was stabbed to death on a public road; the alleged attacker was later found dead in a forest. Calls for a bandh and law-and-order responses followed.
4. College caste harassment case linked to early January
- A Dharamshala college student’s death is under scrutiny after allegations surfaced that casteist slurs and inappropriate physical contact by seniors and a professor targeted her because she was Dalit — the complaint was filed on 1 January 2026.
🧱 Broader Legal / Social Context
- Many caste-violence and atrocity cases continue to be reported across India, with legal actions taken under the Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes (Prevention of Atrocities) Act. There are ongoing debates about the law’s implementation and calls from human-rights groups and political leaders for stronger enforcement.
🧠 Notes on Supreme Court (SC) & Atrocity Act Issues
- At this time, the Supreme Court itself has not issued any specific ruling on 2 January 2026 directly about a Dalit atrocity case that’s reported in mainstream media.
- However, the SC-ST Commission and other judicial bodies are actively focusing on atrocity cases and ensuring accountability in such matters.
Here are the latest and most relevant news highlights (around Jan 2–7 2026) relating to tribal / Adivasi communities in India:
📰 Major Current Events
1. Tribal quota protest over reservation reform (Rajasthan)
Tribal groups are opposing a proposal by the Gujjar Aarakshan Sangharsh Samiti to reform reservation in Tribal Sub-Plan (TSP) regions. The Samiti wants sub-quotas for OBC, MBC and EWS groups, but tribal leaders argue it undermines the constitutional safeguards for Scheduled Tribes.
2. Large tribal rally in Kolkata over ST status & rights
About 8,000 Adivasis marched through central Kolkata demanding inclusion of tribal languages (like Munda and Ho) in the Constitution’s Eighth Schedule and opposing ST status for non-tribal groups like the Kudmis—also urging a probe into alleged fake ST certificates. Traffic on key routes was severely disrupted.
3. President invited to Bastar Pandum tribal festival
Chhattisgarh’s Chief Minister invited President Droupadi Murmu to be chief guest at the Bastar Pandum 2026, a major tribal cultural festival celebrating indigenous art, dance and heritage, with emphasis on development and identity preservation.
4. Jharkhand tribal self-governance dispute
BJP leader Arjun Munda criticized Jharkhand’s new PESA rules (2025) saying they dilute tribal self-governance and weaken constitutional protections in Scheduled Areas—a point of contention among local Adivasi and political groups.
5. Assam tribal bodies against expanding ST list
Tribal organizations in Assam rejected a proposal to grant Scheduled Tribe status to six groups (including Chutia, Moran and Tea Tribes), concerned it could affect resources and demographic balance in the state.
🔎 Other Important Context (Recent Developments)
✊ Tribal protests against forced relocations (Nagarhole reserve)
In Karnataka’s Nagarhole Tiger Reserve, tribal communities held protests against relocation orders and urged authorities to respect the Forest Rights Act and ancestral land rights—rejecting what they see as displacement in the name of conservation.
📢 Union Cabinet approves PM Janjati Adivasi Nyaya Maha Abhiyan
The Government of India approved a major Rs. 24,104 crore tribal welfare campaign, focusing on 11 interventions (housing, water, education, health, connectivity) to uplift tribal and particularly vulnerable tribal groups (PVTGs).
🧠 Historical / Cultural Notes
While not breaking today, related readings and retrospectives often appear around Adivasi icons and history (like Jaipal Singh Munda) on Jan 2-3 anniversaries, underscoring ongoing discussions about identity and representation.
Here’s a comprehensive roundup of major Buddhism-related news around January 2, 2026 based on recent reports and events:
🕊️ Walk for Peace by Buddhist Monks (USA)
- A large group of Buddhist monks continues their 2,300-mile Walk for Peace from Fort Worth, Texas to Washington, D.C., promoting awareness of peace, compassion, and loving-kindness. They’ve been drawing crowds as they pass through multiple states, with route adjustments noted (e.g., bypassing certain towns).
📿 Major Exhibition of Buddha Relics in New Delhi (India)
- Prime Minister Narendra Modi inaugurated the Grand International Exposition of Sacred Piprahwa Relics in New Delhi on January 3, 2026. The exhibition, titled “The Light & the Lotus: Relics of the Awakened One,” showcases sacred relics associated with Lord Buddha that were repatriated after more than a century. The event highlights the historical and cultural importance of these relics, believed to be connected to Buddha’s early life and his teachings.
📍 Other Buddhism-Adjacent Developments
- Buddha Air (Nepal): A Buddha Air passenger flight skidded off the runway at Bhadrapur Airport on January 2, 2026; all onboard were safe. Note: This story is aviation-related and included here because of the airline name but isn’t directly about Buddhist practice or institutions.
🧘♂️ Teachings & Community Activities
Beyond news reports, there are ongoing Dharma talks and teachings available from Buddhist communities online (e.g., Dharmic guidance by practitioners like Ajahn Brahmali reflecting on progress in meditation and practice on January 2, 2026).
📌 Contextual Notes
- Cultural and religious events tied to Buddhism continue around the world as the year begins, including interfaith peace prayers and Buddhist service listings — though these aren’t necessarily news from Jan 2 specifically.
Here are the **major news items related to Dr. B.R. Ambedkar (or events involving his name/legacy) from January 2, 2026:
🗞️ 1. Dalit organisations protest in Gwalior over burning of Ambedkar’s photo
Several Dalit groups including Bhim Army and Azad Samaj Party staged a protest at the Gwalior Collectorate after a photo of Dr. B.R. Ambedkar was burned. They say the FIR lodged in the case is insufficient and demanded that National Security Law (NSA) be invoked against the accused, including lawyer Anil Mishra.
🎓 2. Dr. B.R. Ambedkar University issues B.Sc. agriculture exam centres
Dr. B.R. Ambedkar University released the list of examination centres for B.Sc. Agriculture semester exams (to be held starting 7 January) across Agra, Mathura, Mainpuri, and Firozabad divisions.
👩🏫 3. Political discussion linked to Ambedkar (external context)
Former Rajasthan Chief Minister Ashok Gehlot criticized the closure of the Dr. B.R. Ambedkar Chair at Rajasthan University, calling it “unfortunate” and urging action to uphold the academic role of the chair dedicated to Ambedkar’s legacy and social justice research.
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