Historical Events tagged with "nainital"

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Crime & Law

Nainital wedding massacre claims 22 lives

April 21st, 1950 74 years ago

During a wedding ceremony in Nainital, 22 members of the Harijan caste were killed in an act of violence. The incident unfolded amidst tensions surrounding caste discrimination and societal inequalities. Locals in the region were shocked as the celebration turned into a scene of tragedy, highlighting the deep-seated issues of caste-related violence. This tragedy shocked the community and drew attention to the plight of marginalized groups in India.

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