Uproar Over Alleged Assault of Dalit Boy Demanding Justice

A 16-year-old Dalit boy was allegedly assaulted by fellow students in Ghatampur and forced to chant 'Jai Shri Ram'. The incident, captured on video and shared online, led to police action under multiple legal sections. Authorities are investigating, but no arrests have been reported.

A 16-year-old Dalit boy has alleged a harrowing incident where he was assaulted by a group of students in Ghatampur. The police reported on Sunday that the boy was forced to chant 'Jai Shri Ram' after the students reacted to his Instagram post featuring BR Ambedkar's images.

The incident was purportedly recorded and uploaded on social media, sparking swift action from the authorities. An FIR was filed under various sections, including those addressing caste-based atrocities.

Assistant Commissioner of Police Ranjeet Kumar stated that investigations have begun, although no arrests have so far been made concerning the unsettling episode.

(With inputs from agencies.)