1 booked for ‘offensive remarks’ against Dalits

On a complaint lodged by Gulshan Masandpur, district president of the Ambedkar Sena of India, and his supporters, the Phillaur police have registered a case against Tarnveer Singh Tanna, a resident of Bhaini village under Phillaur police station, for allegedly making derogatory remarks against the Dalit community on social media.

Based on the statements provided by Gulshan, an FIR was registered on January 18 under the provisions of The Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes (Prevention of Atrocities) Act, 1989. Several prominent members of the Dalit community, including panchayat representatives and local leaders, were present during the filing of the complaint.

The incident has sparked outrage among Dalit community members in Phillaur region, emphasising the importance of addressing hate speech and ensuring respect for all sections of society. Police investigations are underway in the matter.