Caste Clash: The Cost of Community Ostracism in Jodhpur

In Jodhpur, a caste panchayat faced legal action after imposing fines on Rajaram Paliwal for marrying allegedly outside his community. Despite proof of intra-community marriage, Paliwal was boycotted and fined. A police case has been filed against 100 panchayat members for ostracism and coercion.

In a controversial turn of events, the Jodhpur police have registered a case against 100 members of a caste panchayat after an uproar over community interference in personal marital affairs.

Rajaram Paliwal faced the wrath of his community despite marrying within it, through organized efforts to socially ostracize and fine him. The penalty imposed was a hefty Rs 1 lakh, with additional pressure to pay Rs 21 lakh.

This incident highlights ongoing tensions over caste dynamics and the societal control exerted by local panchayats in India. Authorities are now investigating the matter, filing charges against key individuals involved.

(With inputs from agencies.)