‘Denied marriage hall on rent’, Dalit farmer alleges discrimination in UP

A Dalit farmer in Budaun, Uttar Pradesh has filed a complaint alleging that four marriage hall owners refused to rent out their venues for his daughter’s wedding due to their caste. The hall owners deny the discrimination allegations, citing scheduling conflicts and restrictions on meat preparation. The incident has raised concerns about caste-based prejudice, echoing similar cases in the region.