Breaking India Indian Muslims Dalits Hate Watch Minorities Law Science & Technology Education

Gujarat

Rajasthan High Court Grants 20-Day Parole to Asaram in Minor Rape Case

Supreme Court of India Halts Gujarat Move to Acquire Asaram Bapu Land, Orders Status Quo

By The Observer Post
|
On April 28, 2026
A 24-year-old Dalit man, Mahesh Premji Rathod, died while undergoing treatment at Shantabaa General Hospital in Gujarat’s Amreli district, two days after he was allegedly assaulted during a dispute over food wastage. The incident has triggered outrage, with the family staging a protest and demanding that murder charges be added against the accused. According to the family, Mahesh was brutally beaten after he was unable to finish food served at a charitable meal centre. They are refusing to accept his body until the accused are booked under murder provisions. Family Alleges Caste-Based Assault After Food Dispute As per the FIR details and family allegations, Mahesh had gone to a free food distribution centre located behind the hospital on April 17 while visiting his uncle. He reportedly could not finish his meal due to feeling unwell. The family alleges that this led to a confrontation with the organiser of the food centre, after which Mahesh was asked to pay a penalty. When he attempted to pay, they claim he was questioned about his caste and village identity. The family further alleges that after learning he belonged to a Dalit community, he was physically attacked by the accused using plastic pipes. Mahesh sustained multiple injuries, including a fractured hand, and was admitted to the hospital’s trauma ward. Although he was initially expected to recover, his condition reportedly worsened, and he died during treatment on April 20 after complaining of dizziness and suspected head injury complications. Family Protest Continues, Refuses to Accept Body Mahesh’s family has been sitting on a dharna outside the hospital for several days, refusing to take possession of his body. They are demanding that the police upgrade the charges to murder under Section 103 of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS), arguing that the attack directly led to his death. The family has accused authorities of delaying justice and insists that strict action must be taken against all those involved in the assault. Police Version: FIR Filed, Murder Charges Await Postmortem Report Police have registered an FIR against seven individuals, including four named and three unidentified persons, in connection with the assault. However, officials have not yet added murder charges, stating that they are waiting for the postmortem report to determine the exact cause of death. Police have also indicated that court approval may be required to escalate charges since the victim died two days after the incident. Authorities have said that the investigation is ongoing and legal procedures will be followed based on forensic and medical findings.

Dalit Youth Dies After Alleged Assault in Gujarat’s Amreli Over “Wasting Free Food”, Family Demands Murder Charges

By The Observer Post
|
On April 23, 2026
Gujarat ACB arrests middleman in ₹6 lakh bribe case linked to police inspector; “Love Jihad” angle alleged.

Vadodara: Police Inspector V A Charan Arrested in ₹6 Lakh ‘Love Jihad’ Extortion Case, ACB Busted Middleman

By The Observer Post
|
On April 19, 2026
Man killed in stabbing after bike crash dispute in Dhandhuka, Ahmedabad; shops set ablaze, police arrest accused.

Ahmedabad Tension After Hindu Man Killed in Motorcycle Dispute; Shops Set Ablaze

By The Observer Post
|
On April 19, 2026
Supreme Court Stays Madras High Court Order Banning Cow Slaughter in Tamil Nadu

Gujarat Allocates ₹60 Cr to Convert Cow Dung, Organic Waste into Bio-CNG Fuel

By The Observer Post
|
On April 6, 2026
In Gadalwada, Dalit advocate Mukesh Parecha held his wedding under heavy police protection amid caste-based threats.

Dalit Advocate Mukesh Parecha Marries Under Heavy Police Guard in Gujarat’s Banaskantha Amid Threats

By The Observer Post
|
On April 5, 2026
AIMPLB Announces Nationwide Movement to Protect Constitution and Sharia

AIMPLB Opposes UCC in Gujarat, Uttarakhand, Calls It ‘Unconstitutional and Misleading’

By The Observer Post
|
On April 3, 2026
Assam NRC: Rejection Slips for 19 Lakh Excluded Applicants Not Issued Yet, Centre Tells Supreme Court

“World Witnessing Instability, Scorched by Unrest”: PM Narendra Modi at Gujarat Event

By The Observer Post
|
On March 31, 2026
The Gujarat Assembly passed the Uniform Civil Code (UCC) Bill 2026, introducing uniform rules for marriage, divorce, inheritance, and live-in relationships.

UCC Becomes Law in Gujarat: Mandatory Registration, Equal Inheritance, and Stricter Marriage Rules Enforced

By The Observer Post
|
On March 25, 2026
A Hindu woman and Muslim man sparked chaos at Ahmedabad's metro court when family members and a Hindu group disrupted their marriage registration on March 3.

VHP Cries “Love Jihad”, Targets Registrar as Ahmedabad Interfaith Couple Rescued by Police After Hours-Long Standoff

By The Observer Post
|
On March 4, 2026
Previous Next
the observer post

The Observer Post is an independent media outlet dedicated to highlighting stories of the marginalized, including Dalits, Tribals, Women, and Minorities.

Categories

Breaking Human Rights Minorities Dalits

Quick Links

About Us Contact Us Disclaimer Privacy Policy

Follow Us

Follow Us On Social Media
Get Latest Update On Social Media
Join Now

© theobserverpost.com • All rights reserved