In Punjab, open wounds from hit jobs on Ambedkar statues

Punjab faces escalating tensions as multiple Ambedkar statues fall victim to deliberate desecration, reigniting communal divisions weeks before Ambedkar Jayanti celebrations. Local communities and civil society organizations have mobilized in response, organizing unity demonstrations against these destructive acts. The incidents highlight persistent social friction and raise concerns about religious tolerance and democratic values in the region. Authorities investigate the attacks while advocating groups demand stricter security measures and swift justice to prevent further vandalism of culturally significant monuments.