Delay in Arrests for Attempted Murder of Youth President Hariom Jatav Sparks Outrage; Threat of Large-Scale Protests Across Three Districts

Karauli / Dausa: Tensions are escalating in Hindaun City and neighboring districts due to the lack of police action in the attempted murder case of a prominent Dalit youth leader. After 18 days of “empty-handed” investigations, the community has issued a final warning to the administration.

Incident Overview

On the night of April 20, 2026, at approximately 11:45 PM, Mr. Hariom Jatav (also known as Hariom ‘Thekedar’), the Youth President of the District Jatav Samaj Sudhar Samiti, was the target of a life-threatening attack on the Hindaun-Mahwa Road. While an FIR (No. 179/2026) was promptly registered at the Mahwa Police Station, no arrests have been made to date.

Allegations of Administrative Negligence

In a statement, Rinku Kheri Haiwat, spokesperson of the committee and state secretary of Rajasthan’s Azad Samaj Party (Kanshi Ram), expressed deep displeasure over the police’s performance.

Key points raised include:

• Lack of Coordination: Both the District Collectors and Superintendents of Police (SP) of Dausa and Karauli have been briefed multiple times, yet no concrete steps have been taken.
• Police Inaction: Despite the passage of nearly three weeks, the unidentified attackers remain at large, which the committee labels as “gross negligence” by the local administration.

Demands and Ultimatum

The District Jatav Samaj Sudhar Samiti has issued a 7-day ultimatum to the authorities. If the following demands are not met, they have threatened to launch intense protests, including road blockades (Chakka Jam), across Karauli, Sawai Madhopur, and Dausa districts:

1. Immediate Arrests: Identify and arrest all unidentified suspects within 7 days.
2. Police Protection: Provide immediate security to the victim and his family.
3. Increased Patrols: Intensify night patrolling on the Hindaun-Mahwa Road.
4. Self-Defense Licensing: Recommend and expedite an arms license for the victim for self-protection.

Conclusion

The committee has clarified that the responsibility for any law-and-order disruptions resulting from these protests will lie solely with the government and administration. The community is prepared to use democratic means to ensure justice is served for their leader.

Disclaimer: This report is based on the official press note issued by the District Jatav Samaj Sudhar Samiti and statements from community representatives. The purpose of this article is to disseminate information in the public interest. Official confirmation of the case details is subject to the ongoing police investigation.