A dalit family that went to the Sri Anjaneya Swamy temple at Bhrahmanapalli of Gooty mandal in the district was penalised allegedly by members of the forward caste of the village and threatened with “dire consequences” if it dared to visit again. The incident, which took place on Saturday, came to light on Sunday after the head of the family, Peddanna, lodged a complaint with the Gooty police with the help of a few dalit leaders. In this case, on her return to the village with the gifts, Mr. Peddanna accompanied his daughter-in-law to the temple. Mr. Peddanna allegedly tried to commit suicide following the incident. Temple traditionOn being asked why he was carrying it, Mr. Peddanna reportedly confided in them as to what had happened the previous day.

Source: The Hindu June 30, 2019 18:27 UTC