Couple held for racial abuse of northeast women; charges under SC/ST Act slapped

In a disturbing incident in Malviya Nagar, New Delhi, a couple has been arrested for allegedly racially abusing three women from the northeastern states of India, one of whom is a student at Delhi University. The women reported that they were threatened and subjected to derogatory remarks based on their ethnicity. This incident has highlighted the ongoing issue of racial discrimination faced by individuals from the northeast in various parts of the country. Authorities have responded promptly, invoking the SC/ST (Prevention of Atrocities) Act to address the charges. Activists and community leaders are calling for greater awareness and measures to combat such prejudices, emphasizing that such acts of discrimination should not be tolerated. The incident serves as a reminder of the need for societal change and the importance of fostering a more inclusive environment for all citizens, regardless of their regional or ethnic backgrounds.