Dalit Groom Makes History: Rides Horse to Bride's House Under Heavy Police Protection
In a historic moment for a small village in Ajmer district, a young Dalit man, Vijayaregar, rode a horse to his bride's house-a first since India's independence. This act challenged a longstanding discriminatory practice of barring Dalit grooms from riding horses in wedding processions. Due to potential threats, 200 policemen were deployed to ensure the event proceeded safely, outnumbering the guests. Rajasthan, a state with high crimes against scheduled castes, witnessed this symbolic stride toward equality.
