The humiliation faced by those belonging to the SC/ST category is on the rise, especially in institutions of higher education across the country. An inquiry has found evidence of caste-based discrimination in Bangalore (IIM-B), highlighting the institute’s failure to establish mandatory grievance redressal mechanisms for SC and ST employees.The investigation conducted by the Directorate of Civil Rights Enforcement (DCRE), found that Gopal Das, an associate professor, faced public humiliation, exclusion, and denial of equal opportunities by six senior officials, including the institute’s director Rishikesha T. Krishnan.

Abdul Sathar

National Secretary