Dalit Disabled Groom Assaulted, Dragged Off Horse and Beaten in Madhya Pradesh’s Damoh

A shocking incident has emerged from Bijori Pathak village in the Hatta police station area of Damoh district, Madhya Pradesh, where a Dalit disabled groom was allegedly assaulted and dragged off a horse during a wedding procession on Tuesday evening. The incident has triggered tension in the area and anger among the Dalit community.

What Happened?
According to reports, 23-year-old Golu Ahirwar’s wedding procession was scheduled to travel from his village to Budhi Semra in Chhatarpur district. Before the departure, a traditional procession (Rachwai) was being carried out in the village around 5 PM.

As the procession reached the Lodhi locality, some individuals reportedly objected and asked the groom to get down from the horse. When the groom’s side opposed this, the situation escalated, and the accused allegedly assaulted the groom, dragging him off the horse and beating him with sticks.

Family Members Also Attacked
The groom has accused Guddu Singh, Krishna, Hakam, Paltu, and others of carrying out the attack. His mother, Vidya Ahirwar, stated that when her daughter Manisha tried to intervene, she was also assaulted. The family has also alleged that some jewelry went missing during the chaos.

FIR Registered Under SC/ST Act
After the incident, the family took the injured groom directly to Hatta police station. Police arranged for his medical examination and later ensured the wedding procession could proceed under security.

According to Hatta Station In-Charge Sudhir Kumar Begi, a case has been registered against Vishwanath Lodhi, Bichhu Lodhi, Paltu, and others under the SC/ST Act and other relevant sections. Police forces have been deployed in the village as a precaution.

Outrage in Dalit Community
The incident has sparked widespread anger among members of the Dalit community, who are demanding immediate arrest of the accused and strict action. Community leaders have also warned of protests if justice is delayed.