Hundreds of Dalits leave Hinduism to embrace Budhism
Move against naked parade of Dalit youth
Chamarajanagar, June 18: Condemning the naked parade of a Dalit youth and atrocity at Gundlupete in the district on June 3, various Dalit organizations took out a protest march at Gundlupete on Tuesday and embraced Buddhism en mass.
Various Dalit organisations took out the protest march from Kebbekatte Shanaischara temple on the outskirts of the town, converged at the open theatre near old bus stand, renounced Hindu religion and embraced Buddhism and thus, created a history.
“Because of the naked parade of the Dalit youth, the family members of the victim have suffered a lot mentally. So, the government should give Rs 25 lakh compensation to the family. Besides ensuring the punishment to the culprits, they should be deported from the district”, they demanded.
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Karnataka Speaker Khader finishes fourth in Dirt Prix event
Mangaluru (PTI): Karnataka Legislative Assembly Speaker U T Khader on Sunday finished fourth in a dirt track racing event organised by the Indian Motor Sports Club here.
Driving a Volkswagen Polo GT, Khader narrowly missed a podium finish, ending just seconds behind the third-place finisher.
An avid motorsport enthusiast since his college days, Khader has participated in several racing events involving both motorcycles and cars.
Organisers said his performance on the dirt track was consistent with his previous racing record.
Speaking informally after the event, Khader said he continues to follow motorsport and enjoys driving, describing the experience as a "refreshing change" from his official responsibilities.
The Dirt Prix event saw participation from multiple racers and was aimed at promoting grassroots motorsport.
