The Dalit village of Nangal in Phillaur is experiencing unrest due to repeated vandalism of its Ambedkar statue. After two attacks, residents, who deeply revere Ambedkar and his ideology, feel deliberately targeted. They are questioning why their village is being singled out despite the presence of numerous Ambedkar statues in the region. Nangal's historical connection to Ambedkar, combined with its largely Dalit and politically aware population, intensifies the community's outrage. Despite installing security measures after the first attack, the second defacement, targeting the new statue before protective measures were in place, has fueled fears of a deliberate attempt to sow discord between Dalits and Sikhs. The villagers, united and alert, are protesting and demanding the arrest of those responsible, emphasizing the significance of the statue as a symbol of their identity, equality, and resistance.
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