‘Brahmins only’ crematorium sparks row
Monday, 20 November 2023
Dalit groups in Kendrapara, Odisha, are protesting against the declaration by the oldest civic body that only Brahmins' bodies are entitled to be cremated in a specific crematorium. The crematorium, known as the "Brahmin Shamshan," has been operating since 1928. Dalit leaders argue that this is a violation of fundamental rights and have written to the govt seeking equal access for all Hindus. Some locals claim that there is an ulterior motive behind raising the issue.
Dalit groups in Kendrapara, Odisha, are protesting against the declaration by the oldest civic body that only Brahmins' bodies are entitled to be cremated in a specific crematorium. The crematorium, known as the "Brahmin Shamshan," has been operating since 1928. Dalit leaders argue that this is a violation of fundamental rights and have written to the govt seeking equal access for all Hindus. Some locals claim that there is an ulterior motive behind raising the issue.
|
||||
|
||||
You Might Like💡 newsR Knowledge: Other News MentionsDalit Marginalized castes in India and other South Asian countriesDalit dynamics dominate Agra’s politicsIn Agra, Taj Mahal's city, politics and history intertwine with Dalit influence. Recent events amplified the pivotal role of Dalit voters, shaping the region's..IndiaTimes BJP-led Union govt wants to change Constitution, curtail people's rights: Priyanka GandhiPriyanka Gandhi criticizes BJP for wanting to change Constitution and using religion in politics. She emphasizes protecting people's rights, warns of the impact..IndiaTimes Up against big players, Azad stirred up Nagina’s poll potChandrashekhar Azad, a prominent figure contesting from Nagina, has stirred political discussions by challenging established parties. His background as a Dalit..IndiaTimes Dalit, 19, shot in clash over Bihar Ambedkar statue, 3 heldViolent clash in Patna over Bhimrao Ambedkar statue installation led to casualties. Police intervention failed to prevent escalation, resulting in injuries and..IndiaTimes Delhi minister Raaj Kumar Anand resigns from cabinet, quits AAP | Arvind Kejriwal Arrest | Oneindia Credit: Oneindia Duration: 02:23Published Brahmin Varna (class) in Hinduism, one of four castesFactional tussle stops Congress from naming more Haryana picksHaryana Congress grapples with candidate selection challenges amidst factional pressures. Key communities like Jat, Punjabi, and Brahmin must be accommodated in..IndiaTimes Odisha State in Eastern IndiaSevere heatwave in gangetic West Bengal and Odisha; red alert issued: IMDThe Indian Metrological Department on Saturday stated that a red alert has been issued for Odisha and Gangetic West Bengal because of severe heatwave conditions..IndiaTimes Amit Shah targets Naveen government, calls his tenure Odisha’s ‘lost years’Union home minister Amit Shah on Thursday launched a scathing attack on Odisha CM Naveen Patnaik’s governance, describing his uninterrupted tenure since 2000..IndiaTimes Former Jharkhand CM Hemant Soren's wife Kalpana to contest bypoll from Gandey assembly seatKalpana Soren, wife of Hemant Soren will be contest Gandey bypoll in Giridih. Kalpana, who is a homemaker, holds both MTech and MBA degrees. She completed her..IndiaTimes Lok Sabha elections: Severe heat wave predicted in many states during second phase of pollingThe Met office said high humidity could add to people's inconvenience in Tripura, Kerala, coastal Karnataka, Tamil Nadu, Puducherry, Assam, Meghalaya and Goa...IndiaTimes Weather update: IMD issues red alert for severe heatwave in many states, rain likely in some states; check full forecastIt said that severe heatwave conditions likely over coastal Odisha, Gangetic West Bengal, and isolated pockets of Sub-Himalayan West Bengal and Sikkim, as well..DNA Related news from verified sources
|