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Dalits Block Ludhiana Highway Over Alleged Insult to Ambedkar Statue
✍️ Amar Ujala · Ludhiana
🗓 09 Sep 2026, 11:48 AM
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Dalits in Ludhiana halted traffic on a major highway to protest what they say is an insult to a statue of Dr B.R. Ambedkar.
A large group of Dalit activists entered a busy stretch of the Ludhiana highway on Saturday, stopping traffic to demonstrate against what they described as a disrespectful act towards a statue of Dr B.R. Ambedkar. The protesters carried placards and chanted slogans demanding accountability from the authorities responsible for the alleged desecration.
The demonstration caused significant disruption to commuters, with several vehicles forced to detour onto side roads. Police personnel arrived at the scene, urging the crowd to disperse peacefully while also ensuring that the highway remained blocked for safety reasons.
Local officials have not yet released a detailed statement, but sources indicate that an inquiry is being initiated to verify the claims of statue insult. The Dalit community has called for swift action and a public apology, emphasizing the symbolic importance of Ambedkar's legacy in Punjab.
The protest remained largely peaceful, with no reports of violence or arrests as of the latest update. Authorities are monitoring the situation closely to prevent any escalation and to restore normal traffic flow.
The demonstration caused significant disruption to commuters, with several vehicles forced to detour onto side roads. Police personnel arrived at the scene, urging the crowd to disperse peacefully while also ensuring that the highway remained blocked for safety reasons.
Local officials have not yet released a detailed statement, but sources indicate that an inquiry is being initiated to verify the claims of statue insult. The Dalit community has called for swift action and a public apology, emphasizing the symbolic importance of Ambedkar's legacy in Punjab.
The protest remained largely peaceful, with no reports of violence or arrests as of the latest update. Authorities are monitoring the situation closely to prevent any escalation and to restore normal traffic flow.