44 years ago, 95 Dalit families of a village near Jhajjar were allotted land under the Haryana Ceiling on Land Holding Act 1972. They allege that because of institutional caste discrimination against them, they have not got ownership of their lands yet. All 95 Dalit families in the village of Kutani continue to live in the hope for justice. Like our work? Click here to support The Wire:
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