Tensions rise in Uttar Pradesh over Ambedkar statue vandalism

Tensions have risen in Katiki village, Uttar Pradesh, after the name of Dr. B.R. Ambedkar was removed from the village entrance gate and his statue was vandalized. Protests by the Dalit community have erupted, demanding restoration. Nagina MP Chandra Shekhar Aazad has called for the immediate reinstatement of the statue and the name on the gate. He criticized the administration for not taking action against those responsible for the vandalism. Aazad accused the government of complicity in the incident and stated that the removal of Ambedkar's name and statue is an insult to his legacy. He has urged the U.P. government to act swiftly against the perpetrators.