Dalit Man Brutalized in Bareilly: Head Shaved, Mud Smeared for Asking Money

• A Dalit man, Pappu Diwakar, was brutally attacked and humiliated in Bareilly for demanding the return of 4.5 lakh rupees he lent to Chandrasen.
• The attackers allegedly shaved Diwakar's head and eyebrows, cut his mustache, smeared mud on his face, and recorded the act, uploading it to social media.
• The incident, which occurred about a month ago, involved Chandrasen, his son Pappu, and friend Godhanlal, who also used casteist slurs.
• Three accused have been arrested, but the main culprits, Chandrasen, his son Pappu, and Godhanlal, are currently absconding.
• Police investigation also revealed villagers' anger towards Diwakar, accusing him of practicing black magic and misleading them about hidden treasure.

Why It Matters: A Dalit man faced brutal humiliation in Bareilly over a debt, highlighting caste-based violence and alleged fraud.