In a first, Dalit granted entry into K'taka hamlet

THANKS to the efforts of Kudligi MLA NT Srinivas and taluk administration, a huge milestone has been achieved. For the first time since Independence, a Dalit has been allowed into Kallahalli Gullarahatti hamlet in Kudligi taluk.

- KIRAN BALANNANAVAR @ Kudligi/Hosapete

Villagers had refused entry to any Dalits, believing that it would bring them misfortune. Recently, they refused to allow a Dalit official to come into the village to conduct a survey. The officer informed Tahasildar VK Netravati, who, along with the staff, called the villagers and admonished them for practising such superstitious beliefs that are in direct violation of the Constitution.