Dalit Men Assaulted in Odisha: Outrage Over Vigilante 'Cow Protectors'
In Odisha's Ganjam district, two Dalit men were assaulted and humiliated by vigilantes on accusations of cattle smuggling. The attackers demanded money, and when refused, subjected the victims to degrading treatment. The victims have filed an FIR, and the police have detained six individuals while continuing investigations.
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A shocking incident in Odisha's Ganjam district has led to widespread outrage after two Dalit men were assaulted and humiliated by self-proclaimed 'cow protectors' on suspicion of cattle smuggling.
The victims, Babula Nayak and Bulu Nayak, were transporting cattle for a familial wedding when caught by the group, who demanded a Rs 30,000 payment.
When the demand was refused, the men were subjected to physical abuse before successfully filing a complaint with local police. Six suspects have been detained for investigation into the alleged extortion scheme.
(With inputs from agencies.)
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