BSP supremo Mayawati too condemned the thrashing of Dalits in Una and said its unfortunate that Dalits remained marginalised despite despite BJP, Congress long tenure after independence. However, Dalits took out a rally and blocked traffic in the main square of Una town of the district. However, a policeman was killed in mob violence and a Dalit committed suicide as protests against the incident snowballed across Saurashtra region. This was followed by five more cases of attempted suicide by Dalits. “Even after the constitution was laid down by Baba Ambedkar, Dalits still have not received their full rights,” said Mayawati.

Source: Indian Express July 21, 2016 13:08 UTC