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20.02.2026.News of Dalits,SC.STs,Buddhists,Dr Ambedkar.Indian statewise

Recent news around February 20, 2026, on Dalits, SC/ST communities, Buddhists, and Dr. Ambedkar in India focuses mainly on Uttar Pradesh, with political outreach and SC/ST Act controversies dominating headlines. Coverage is limited for the exact date, but events from mid-February highlight ongoing tensions and state initiatives.[1][2][3]

## Uttar Pradesh Highlights

BJP's SC wing launched a year-long event calendar honoring Dalit icons like Ambedkar, Kanshi Ram, and Birsa Munda ahead of 2027 polls, starting with Sant Gadge Maharaj's birth anniversary on February 23.[1][4][3] On February 18, chaos erupted in the UP Assembly when a Yogi Adityanath minister threatened SC/ST Act action over alleged casteist remarks by opposition leader Mata Prasad Pandey.[2] Earlier in February, a suspended Bareilly magistrate, Alankar Agnihotri, protested against the SC/ST Act, calling it misuse and planning Delhi stirs, sparking debates on its application.[5][6]

## Other States

No major statewise incidents reported specifically on or around February 20, 2026, for Maharashtra, Gujarat, or others involving Buddhists or Ambedkar events.[7][8] General trends show UP leading in SC atrocity cases historically, but recent news lacks new state-specific violence reports.[9] Dalit Buddhist sentiments occasionally surface rejecting caste-linked practices, as noted in social media around February 17.[10]

Citations:

[1] Ambedkar to Kanshi Ram, Birsa Munda: In UP BJP's event calendar, outreach to Dalits, tribals https://indianexpress.com/article/political-pulse/ambedkar-to-kanshi-ram-birsa-munda-in-up-bjps-event-calendar-outreach-to-dalits-tribals-10534077/

[2] Chaos In UP Assembly As Yogi Adityanath's Minister Threatens SC ... https://news.abplive.com/news/india/chaos-in-up-assembly-as-yogi-adityanath-s-minister-threatens-sc-st-act-action-1827885

[3] BJP rolls out Dalit outreach plan ahead of 2027 UP polls http://www.uniindia.com/bjp-rolls-out-dalit-outreach-plan-ahead-of-2027-up-polls/north/news/3742469.html

[4] BJP to invoke legacy of Dalit icons, including Kanshi Ram, before ... https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/city/lucknow/bjp-to-invoke-legacy-of-dalit-icons-including-kanshi-ram-before-up-polls/articleshow/127894140.cms

[5] Uttar Pradesh: "Withdraw SC/ST Act by Feb 6 or the Central govt will ... https://thenewsmill.com/2026/02/uttar-pradesh-withdraw-sc-st-act-by-feb-6-or-the-central-govt-will-be-uprooted-says-alankar-agnihotri/

[6] Suspended Bareilly magistrate threatens Delhi stir from February 7 over SC/ST Act https://www.thehindu.com/news/national/uttar-pradesh/suspended-bareilly-magistrate-threatens-delhi-stir-from-february-7-over-scst-act/article70582143.ece

[7] In Gujarat, nobody is forcing Dalits to embrace Buddhism. 'They read ... https://theprint.in/india/in-gujarat-nobody-is-forcing-dalits-to-embrace-buddhism-they-read-ambedkar-and-decide-to-convert/2675228/

[8] How Ambedkar's Vision on Buddhist Conversion Has Changed Dalit ... https://m.thewire.in/article/caste/how-ambedkars-vision-on-buddhist-conversion-has-changed-dalit-lives-in-maharashtra

[9] UP leads in cases of atrocities against Dalits, Madhya Pradesh tops ... https://cjp.org.in/up-leads-in-cases-of-atrocities-against-dalits-madhya-pradesh-tops-in-most-crimes-reported-against-sts/

[10] In a bold statement reflecting Dalit Buddhist sentiments, SC/ST ... https://www.instagram.com/reel/DU2OUsREbcv/

[11] Buddhist, Ambedkarite bodies say UP law that penalises ... https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/news/politics-and-nation/buddhist-ambedkarite-bodies-say-up-law-that-penalises-mass-conversions-is-a-move-to-quell-dalit-resistance/articleshow/79550748.cms

[12] Bharat Bandh: 9 killed in Dalit protests, govt moves SC to protect SC/ST Act https://www.hindustantimes.com/india-news/8-killed-in-dalit-protests-govt-moves-sc-to-protect-sc-st-act-as-opposition-steps-up-attack/story-YfUBvKL0tCZ0AAMgsnwevK.html

[13] '10 cr Buddhists by 2025', says group behind 'conversion' event ... https://theprint.in/india/10-cr-buddhists-by-2025-says-group-behind-conversion-event-that-cost-aap-minister-his-job/1165072/

[14] Panel for SC status to all Dalit converts racing against time as ... https://www.crack.academy/news/panel-for-sc-status-to-all-dalit-converts-racing-against-time-as-deadline-nears-29677

[15] Reservation should be for all Dalits … Modi govt must expedite ... https://indianexpress.com/article/political-pulse/reservation-dalits-modi-govt-sub-quotas-sc-st-9491098/

[16] Dr. B.R. Ambedkar, converted to Buddhism on October 14, 1956, at ... https://www.facebook.com/withRG/posts/dr-br-ambedkar-converted-to-buddhism-on-october-14-1956-at-deekshabhoomi-in-nagp/1349471763218900/

[17] Haryana Becomes First State to Clear Dalit Sub Quotas - Drishti IAS https://www.drishtiias.com/state-pcs-current-affairs/haryana-becomes-first-state-to-clear-dalit-sub-quotas

[18] 50,000 Dalits in Gujarat to Embrace Buddhism on Ambedkar Jayanti in One of the Largest Conversion Ceremonies Ever Seen https://www.reddit.com/r/india/comments/12d6vmu/50000_dalits_in_gujarat_to_embrace_buddhism_on/

[19] BJP-ruled states account for highest Dalit violence cases, UP on top ... https://sabrangindia.in/bjp-ruled-states-account-for-highest-dalit-violence-cases-up-on-top-mp-records-highest-reported-crimes-against-sts/

[20] दलितों को मिलेगा अब जल्दी इंसाफ, मोदी सरकार ने किया SC/ST ... https://hindi.news18.com/news/uttar-pradesh/varanasi-nareendra-modi-govt-amends-sc-st-act-for-speedy-justice-to-dalits-880276.html

[21] For a 29-year-old Dalit machine operator from Gujarat's Surat ... https://www.instagram.com/p/DLjo0HZvsrf/

[22] How Allahabad HC's verdict on a case under SC-ST Act can lead to ... https://www.opindia.com/2026/02/caste-by-birth-remains-the-same-even-if-one-changes-religion-how-allahabad-hcs-verdict-on-a-case-under-sc-st-act-can-lead-to-misinterpretations-and-misuse/

[23] BJP activates Dalit outreach strategy for 2027 UP polls https://www.hindustantimes.com/cities/lucknow-news/bjp-activates-dalit-outreach-strategy-for-2027-up-polls-101750618612055.html

[24] Up:'sc-st एक्ट के खिलाफ सात फरवरी से आंदोलन...' शंकराचार्य से ... https://www.amarujala.com/uttar-pradesh/varanasi/former-city-magistrate-alankar-agnihotri-says-withdraw-sc-st-act-by-feb-6-or-central-govt-will-be-uprooted-2026-02-02

[25] Amid Dalit anger, Narendra Modi speaks out on Ambedkar, takes dig at Congress | India News - Times of India https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/india/amid-dalit-anger-narendra-modi-speaks-out-on-ambedkar-takes-dig-at-congress/articleshow/63610148.cms

[26] No justice in Hathras case, 236 Valmikis convert to Buddhism https://sabrangindia.in/article/we-are-others-no-justice-hathras-case-236-valmikis-convert-buddhism/