Violent Attack on Dalit Couple in Bhadohi District: Police Investigation Underway

A disturbing incident in Bhadohi district has left a Dalit couple and their family reeling after a violent attack by local residents. The couple was assaulted with sticks and rods following a complaint about crop damage. Despite initially being turned away by the police, the victims have since sought justice. Authorities have now registered a case and are investigating the matter. This incident raises serious concerns about caste-based violence and the protection of marginalized communities in India. Read on for more details about the attack and the ongoing police response.

By Narendra Chaudhary May 25, 2025, 10:59 IST

Incident Overview

In a village located in Bhadohi district, a Dalit couple and their family were reportedly assaulted with sticks and rods by a group of individuals. This information was confirmed by a police official on Sunday.

Details of the Attack

The incident occurred on Friday morning in the Unj police station area, where Deepak Kumar Pasi complained to local resident Rajaram Yadav about livestock damaging his urad crop on the land he had taken on lease.

Motivation Behind the Assault

According to Superintendent of Police (SP) Abhimanyu Manglik, Yadav and his family became enraged by the complaint and attacked Deepak, hurling caste-based slurs at him while using sticks and rods.

Victims' Condition

The SP reported that Deepak's wife was dragged by her hair and beaten in the fields, and the attackers also assaulted Deepak's relatives who tried to intervene. Both Deepak and his wife were admitted to the hospital, while four other family members sustained minor injuries.

Police Response

After the incident, the victims approached the police station to file a complaint but were sent away without any action. Subsequently, the affected family appealed to the Superintendent of Police on Saturday. SP Manglik stated that a case has been registered, and the investigation has been assigned to Police Circle Officer Chaman Singh Chawda.