New Delhi: Amidst growing concerns about hate crimes in India, the Narendra Modi-led government faces intense scrutiny over its response to increasing violence against minorities, particularly Dalits. Reports indicate a distressing rise in incidents, with significant legal and social repercussions for the affected communities.

According to Kashmir Media Service, there have been over 150,000 cases of crimes against Dalits in the last five years alone. This alarming statistic includes a daily average of 10 rapes committed against Dalit women, highlighting a 45% increase in such crimes from 2015 to 2020.

The case of Rohith Vemula, a Dalit who was brutally assaulted by police in Madhya Pradesh, underscores the severity of the issue. Despite lodging a formal complaint, no action has been taken against the officers involved, reflecting a broader trend of impunity for violence against Dalits.

This escalating violence has prompted questions about the integrity of India’s secular identity, with the Modi government criticized for its apparent indifference. A report from NBC News points to a 66% surge in crimes against Dalits, further intensifying national and international concern over India’s treatment of its minority populations.