Dalit groups stage sit‑in at Amritsar’s Bhandari Bridge, two women begin hunger strike

Dalit organisations gathered at Bhandari Bridge in Amritsar today, laying down a peaceful sit‑in to voice longstanding grievances of the community. The demonstration is being led by several local Dalit groups who have chosen the busy bridge as a focal point to attract public attention.
Two women protesters have taken the step of starting a hunger strike, signalling the seriousness of their demands. Their fast is intended to underscore the urgency of issues they say have been ignored by authorities.
The protest remains non‑violent, with participants rotating shifts to maintain the presence at the bridge. Organisers have called on government officials to meet them and address the concerns raised, while also urging the public to support their cause.
No arrests have been reported so far, and the police have cordoned off the immediate area to ensure safety for both demonstrators and commuters.
The sit‑in is expected to continue until the Dalit groups receive a formal response from the relevant authorities.