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Banjara community in Indore calls for ST reservation, plans silent rally on Oct 2
✍️ Amar Ujala · Indore
🗓 15 Sep 2026, 09:36 AM
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The Banjara community of Indore announced a symbolic sit‑in and silent rally on October 2 to press for inclusion in the Scheduled Tribe reservation list, citing the need to uplift their socio‑economic condition.
The Banjara community in Indore convened a meeting to discuss its long‑standing demand for inclusion in the Scheduled Tribe (ST) reservation category. Participants voted to stage a symbolic sit‑in and a silent rally on October 2, aiming to draw attention to their request.
Community leaders said that official recognition as an ST would provide access to educational and employment quotas that are essential for improving their socio‑economic status. They emphasized that the protest will be peaceful, with participants refraining from slogans or chants to underscore the seriousness of their claim.
The announcement was reported by local media, noting that the rally will take place at a prominent public space in Indore. Authorities have been informed, and security arrangements are being coordinated to ensure the event proceeds without disruption.
Community leaders said that official recognition as an ST would provide access to educational and employment quotas that are essential for improving their socio‑economic status. They emphasized that the protest will be peaceful, with participants refraining from slogans or chants to underscore the seriousness of their claim.
The announcement was reported by local media, noting that the rally will take place at a prominent public space in Indore. Authorities have been informed, and security arrangements are being coordinated to ensure the event proceeds without disruption.