Karauli Erupts: Upper Castes Protest UGC Rules, Warn Govt of Jaipur Showdown

• General and upper caste society in Karauli protests new UGC rules, calling them a betrayal of student interests.
• Protesters held a 'Sadbuddhi Yajna' and a silent procession, burning copies of the proposed UGC rules.
• Advocate Udho Singh led the procession; Brahman Samaj President Madanmohan Pachauri warned the government.
• A major public meeting is planned in Jaipur on March 18 to pressure the government for withdrawal of the rules.
• The movement, gaining support from various organizations, threatens road blockades and hunger strikes if demands are not met.