Dalits forced to fall at dominant caste people’s feet to bury kin near Erode in Tamil Nadu

The community of Perumpalli witnessed blatant discrimination against Dalits seeking to bury their deceased, Senni, in a shared burial ground. As the family attempted to claim the space, Rithuvarman and other non-Dalits impeded their efforts. In a striking moment, two Dalits resorted to begging on their knees for permission. Ultimately, police presence facilitated the burial, preventing further conflict and allowing the family to grieve.