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Here’s a state-wise / issue-wise summary of major recent news and developments (around 21–22 Feb 2026) related to Scheduled Castes (SC), Scheduled Tribes (ST), Dalits, Adivasis, Buddhists, and Ambedkar legacy in India:
๐ฎ๐ณ National Political & Policy Highlights (22 Feb 2026)
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Reservation & Constitutional Safeguards:
- The BJP’s SC Morcha leadership in Andhra Pradesh reiterated that quota for SCs & STs is safe under the current government and highlighted constitutional protections and historic Dalit & tribal leadership achievements.
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University Reservation Enforcement:
- The University Grants Commission (UGC) directed all universities across India to strictly apply reservation for SC, ST, and OBC candidates in temporary jobs lasting 45+ days, reinforcing equal representation.
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Political Debate on Reservation & Constitution:
- In Bihar, RJD leader เคคेเคเคธ्เคตी เคฏाเคฆเคต accused the central government of undermining constitutional safeguards and weakening reservation benefits for Dalits and Adivasis.
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Public Hearings on Atrocities Law:
- A 7-member jury conducted hearings in Telangana reviewing implementation issues with the SC/ST (Prevention of Atrocities) Act, 1989, noting victims’ testimonies from multiple districts.
๐️ State-Level News from 21–22 Feb 2026
๐ด Uttar Pradesh
- A serious incident in Aligarh where a 10-year-old Dalit girl was assaulted by a government school teacher for refusing to clean a toilet; police and education officials have begun an inquiry.
๐ต Andhra Pradesh
- In Kakinada district, four police officers were suspended after the Supreme Court criticized investigation delays in the 2022 murder case of a Dalit youth, reflecting judiciary oversight on caste-related crimes.
๐ข Madhya Pradesh
- In Ratlam, Madhya Pradesh, members of SC, ST, OBC communities and Bhim Army activists marched in support of new UGC equity rules after protests and police intervention.
๐ก Maharashtra
- The Maharashtra government launched an initiative to extend State Transport (ST) bus services deep into remote tribal hamlets like Sahyadri and Melghat, improving connectivity and access to services for tribal populations.
๐ Uttar Pradesh (Kanpur)
- In Kanpur district, a Dalit family’s home was attacked and torched after alleged caste tensions involving the village chief’s son, raising concerns of caste-based violence.
๐ Development & Welfare Measures (Recent Updates)
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Delhi Government Report Card:
The Delhi Govt reported progress on health, education, infrastructure, and SC/ST-targeted development schemes. -
Haryana Administrative Directive:
The Haryana Govt instructed officials to stop using outdated terms like “Harijan” and “Girijan”, urging use of constitutional categories (SC, ST) in official communication.
๐ Contextual Notes on Ambedkar & Legacy
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Ambedkar Advocacy and Ideals:
Dr B.R. Ambedkar emphasized education and employment as essential pillars for Dalit empowerment and social equality. -
Parties across India continue to draw on icons like Ambedkar, Kanshi Ram, Birsa Munda in political outreach, especially in states like Uttar Pradesh, ahead of elections.
๐ Key Source Links (for official or detailed reading)
- Quota for SC/ST safe under Modi Govt – New Indian Express (22 Feb 2026)
- UGC insists on reservation compliance in temporary appointments – The Mooknayak (22 Feb 2026)
- SC, ST rally in MP over UGC rules – Free Press Journal (20 Feb 2026)
14-Year-Old Dalit Girl Dies by Suicide in Meerut After Accused Molester’s Release From Jail
A 14-year-old Dalit girl died by suicide in Lakhimpur Kheri near Meerut. Her family alleges that she was under immense stress after the man accused of molesting her was released on bail and threatened to kill her.
The Incident
The teenager was found hanging from the roof of her house on Wednesday afternoon. Her parents were not at home at the time, with her father working as a farm labourer and her mother collecting firewood. When they returned from work, they discovered their daughter’s body.
Speaking about the circumstances leading to his daughter’s extreme step, the victim’s father recounted the traumatic events of the past month. He explained that on January 10, his daughter had gone to a nearby field to collect fodder when the accused, identified as 25-year-old Lavlesh Kumar, dragged her into the bushes and molested her.
“When she raised an alarm, the accused hurled casteist slurs and fled,” the father said.
Legal Action and the Accused’s Release
Following the incident, the girl returned home and informed her parents about the assault. They immediately filed a police complaint, leading to the registration of a First Information Report. The accused was arrested and sent to judicial custody.
However, the situation took a devastating turn after Lavlesh Kumar secured bail approximately one week ago. According to the family, his release from prison marked the beginning of fresh terror for the teenage survivor.
“After getting bail, Lavlesh met my daughter when she had gone out to a nearby shop and threatened to kill her if we did not take back the case,” the grieving father told reporters.
Mental Trauma and the Aftermath
The father described how his daughter was deeply affected by this encounter. “My daughter then told us that she was terrified and was under mental stress. But before we could do anything, she took the extreme step,” he said, his voice filled with grief and helplessness.
The family maintains that the constant fear of the accused and his threats pushed the teenager to take her own life. The incident highlights the vulnerability of survivors, particularly those from marginalised communities, even after they muster the courage to report sexual crimes.
Police Response and New Charges
Following a fresh complaint lodged by the family, police registered a case against Lavlesh Kumar on Thursday. Circle Officer Shivam Kumar provided details about the legal action taken.
An FIR has been filed under section 108 of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, which deals with abetment of suicide, and section 3(2)(v) of the Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes (Prevention of Atrocities) Act.
“The accused was arrested and sent to jail on Friday,” Kumar confirmed.
Courtesy : TOP
15-year-old Dalit in Rajasthan assaulted for entering temple bookmark_border text_fields
The complaint further alleges that the man continued to hurl casteist abuse, threatened to kill the minor if he returned to the temple, and then assaulted him by slapping, kicking and punching him.
Chittorgarh: A 15-year-old Dalit boy from Rajasthan’s Chittorgarh district has alleged that he was verbally abused and physically assaulted on caste lines at the Laxmi Narayan Temple in Ghosunda village.
In his complaint, Chetan Prakash Regar, the son of Mangilal Regar, said the incident took place on the morning of February 7 when he went to the temple to pray. While he was returning, an upper-caste man, identified as Shubham Sukhwal, allegedly stopped him and used caste slurs, objecting to his presence in the temple.
The FIR accessed by Mooknayak states that the accused questioned how someone from the Dalit community could enter the temple and reacted aggressively when the boy asserted that the place of worship was open to everyone. The complaint further alleges that the man continued to hurl casteist abuse, threatened to kill the minor if he returned to the temple, and then assaulted him by slapping, kicking and punching him. It also names another man, Pawan, as having joined in the attack and allegedly attempted to cause serious harm, Siasat Daily reported.
The boy told the police that even as he managed to escape, the accused continued issuing threats warning him and others from his community against visiting the temple in the future. The FIR also mentions the temple priest, alleging that he too used caste-based threats against the minor.
Police have registered a case under sections 126(2) (wrongful restraint), 115(2) (intentionally causing harm) of Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS) and the Scheduled Caste/Scheduled Tribe (Atrocities) Act. However, the family has said no arrests have been made so far and that they feel unsafe following the incident.
Chetan belongs to the Regar community. Local Dalit organisations, including the Dr Ambedkar Civil Association in Rajasthan, have submitted a memorandum to the State Human Rights Commission through the district administration, condemning the attack and calling for strict action against those accused.
Courtesy : Madhyamam
Water, electricity cut off in Dalit settlement of Odisha village
The Dalits claimed that their community was being targeted due to their caste.
Bolangir: Water and electricity services were cut off in a Dalit settlement, with residents alleging caste-based discrimination in Odisha’s Balangir district. However, a village official attributed the disruption to a local feud.
The settlement is located in the Dumerchuan village under the Turekela block of the district, and its residents reported that the drinking water supply in their area has been interrupted since February 12. According to local media, the settlement’s streetlights were also turned off, leaving families to struggle in the dark after sunset.
The residents claimed that different areas of the village have faced no such disruption. “Houses in other parts of the village continue to receive water and electricity, but we are being deprived,” a local said.
They were even stopped from drawing water from the borewell. “When we tried to draw water from the borewell, we were stopped. While commuting on village roads, we are treated as untouchables by members of other communities,” the resident said.
The Dalits claimed that their community was being targeted due to their caste, since they face discrimination in other social and cultural events of the village as well. Despite alerting the officials of the issues, no steps were taken to correct the disruptions, they said.
Disruption due to enmity between two local groups
A village official, Padamanava Samantaray, dismissed claims of caste-based discrimination, stating that the initial investigation pointed towards a “feud.” An inquiry has been ordered, and the block development officer was directed to investigate at the ground level, Samantaray said.
“Preliminary probe suggested that a few days ago, there was a feud between two groups of the village during a baraat procession. One group deliberately disrupted the water supply and electricity out of revenge,” he said.
Courtesy : Scroll
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