BJP's Closure of Bhim Pulia Road Criticized by Delhi Minister

By A Staff Reporter

Delhi – In a recent statement, Delhi Minister Saurabh Bharadwaj expressed strong concerns over the closure of the Bhim Pulia road in Chirag Delhi, which has served the Dalit community for over 300 years. Bharadwaj highlighted that the road closure is not merely a logistical issue but a reflection of the BJP's alleged anti-Dalit and anti-Purvanchali sentiments.

"We are here in Chirag Delhi today. The Dalit community here had been using this 'Bhim Pulia' road for the past 300 years," Bharadwaj stated. "But for the last one month, BJP's DDA has closed this road, stopping people from celebrating Chhath Puja here because of its anti-Dalit and anti-purvanchali mindset."

Bharadwaj’s remarks come in the context of the upcoming Chhath Puja, a significant festival celebrated by the community, where access to traditional routes and gathering places is crucial for festivities. The minister accused the BJP of deliberately obstructing these traditions, questioning their motives behind the road closure. "Why are they doing this?" he asked, suggesting that such actions are indicative of a broader disregard for the rights and traditions of marginalized communities.

The closure has sparked outrage among local residents and community leaders, who argue that it undermines their cultural practices and access to essential public spaces. Bharadwaj’s comments have amplified calls for the reopening of the road, urging the DDA to reconsider its decision and prioritize the community's needs, especially during such significant cultural observances.

As discussions around this issue continue, the Dalit community in Chirag Delhi remains hopeful for a resolution that honors their longstanding connection to Bhim Pulia road and their right to celebrate their traditions without obstruction.