Brace yourself, because what you’re about to read will leave you reeling with rage and disbelief. The ugly underbelly of casteism, a poison festering within the indian diaspora, has erupted onto the global stage in the most grotesque way imaginable. 

On november 13, 2025, caste Hindus staged a vile protest at Times Square, New York, targeting Chief Justice B R Gavai—a Dalit icon—with a poster defacing his face with shoes, a symbol of untouchability so vile it’s enough to make your stomach churn. 

This isn’t just a slap in the face of justice; it’s a brutal expose of a mindset that clings to caste like a passport, crossing oceans with shameless arrogance. Here’s why this scandal is a wake-up call—and why the world can no longer ignore the global reach of this centuries-old evil.

The Barbaric Times Square Attack: A Dalit Chief Justice Humiliated with Shoes

Picture this: the glittering lights of Times Square, a global symbol of freedom, turned into a stage for casteist venom. Caste Hindus, emboldened by their prejudice, plastered a poster of Chief Justice Gavai—a Dalit trailblazer—with shoes smeared across his face, a deliberate insult rooted in the untouchability that once barred his community from even a shadow’s touch. This wasn’t a protest; it was a public lynching of dignity, exposing the deep-seated hatred that thrives even 12,000 miles from indian soil.

Caste as a Global Passport: The Diaspora’s Dirty Little Secret

Hindus carry caste like a badge of honor, a passport stamped with arrogance that travels beyond borders. This Times Square outrage proves Babasaheb Ambedkar’s prophetic warning: “If Hindus migrate to other regions on earth, indian caste would become a world problem.” The diaspora, often touted as ambassadors of indian culture, is instead exporting the very social cancer India fights to eradicate—untouchability in a suit and tie.

Oceans Can’t Wash Away Prejudice: The Untouchable Mindset Persists

You’d think crossing an ocean might rinse away the filth of caste, but no—these protesters prove it’s etched into their DNA. Targeting a Dalit Chief Justice shows their hatred knows no bounds, a prejudice so entrenched it mocks the idea of progress. This isn’t just about Gavai; it’s a chilling reminder that for caste Hindus, untouchability isn’t a relic—it’s a living, breathing weapon.

America Wakes Up: Caste Discrimination Gets Banned, But Hatred Lingers

The united states isn’t blind to this anymore. california and Seattle have outlawed caste-based bias, while universities like Harvard, Brown, and the california state university system have added “caste” to anti-discrimination policies—driven by harrowing testimonies from Dalit and Bahujan students facing exclusion abroad. Yet, this Times Square fiasco shows that laws can’t erase a mindset that thrives on humiliation and power.

A Global Human Rights Crisis: Caste Hate Goes International

This isn’t an isolated incident; it’s a glaring signal of a growing crisis. The indian diaspora’s caste arrogance is no longer India’s dirty secret—it’s a world problem. From delhi to New York, the disease of casteism wears different masks, but its intent remains the same: to oppress and degrade. The global community must recognize this as a human rights abomination, not just an indian quirk.

Ambedkar’s Warning Rings True: The World Must Act Now

Babasaheb saw it coming, and his words sting with truth today. This Times Square disgrace validates his fear that caste would metastasize globally if unchecked. It’s time for international bodies to step in, for governments to enforce accountability, and for the diaspora to confront its own hypocrisy. Casteism isn’t cultural heritage—it’s a crime against humanity.

The Final Blow: A Call to Smash This Evil Worldwide

The shoes on Gavai’s poster aren’t just an insult; they’re a battle cry. This incident demands a global reckoning—a ruthless dismantling of caste wherever it festers. Whether in India’s villages or New York’s skyscrapers, the fight against this evil must be relentless. The world watched in horror at Times Square; now, it’s time to act before the next victim falls to this ancient, unyielding hate.
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SIBY JEYYA

13/11/2025 10:14 AM