Activists Protest Rising Violence Against Dalit Community in Kathmandu
Summary
Dalit rights activists protested in Kathmandu demanding justice amid rising violence, rape, and murder targeting the Dalit community across Nepal.
Key Points
- Dalit rights activists and youths held a demonstration in Maitighar, Kathmandu against increasing violence targeting Dalits.
- Protesters lit lamps for the peace of deceased victims and carried placards demanding an end to violence against women and strict action against rapists.
- They highlighted the need for Dalit issues to be addressed now that Dalit representatives are in parliament.
- Activists called on former street protesters now in government to seriously work for Dalit rights.
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