Homeless dalits seek sites, submit memo

The homeless dalits from the villages of Chodadenahalli, Bette Hosapura and Munjalli villages on Wednesday submitted a memorandum to the Deputy Commissioner seeking sites.

United Sainik Dal State Unit President M Venkataswamy said that in Survey No 72, 56 acres of government land is available along Narsapur-Vemgal Road near Bette Hosapura.

He said that sites should be given to 250 dalit individuals, who have been demanding the same for several years. Land sharks have set their eyes on the huts and are facing eviction, the memorandum alleged.

Representation

A representation has been made to this effect to the Chief Secreatary on April 5 along with the demands.

If the demands are not met, a protest will be led by Dalit leaders.