Archive · 7 Jan 2026
Honor Killing Shocks Karnataka
A 20-year-old Dalit woman named Manya was allegedly killed by her family in a village in Karnataka, India.
Manya had married a Dalit man named Vivekananda, which her family opposed because of caste differences.
The killing has shocked the state and led to protests by Dalit organizations and condemnation by Lingayat groups.
The government has announced a fast-track court for a speedy trial and is considering a special law to prevent such honor killings.
Security has been increased in the village to prevent further violence.
A 20-year-old Dalit woman, Manya, was allegedly killed by her family in a caste-based honor killing in Karnataka.
Manya had married a Dalit man, Vivekananda, which her family opposed due to caste differences.
The killing has led to protests by Dalit organizations and condemnation by Lingayat groups.
The government has announced a fast-track court for a speedy trial and is considering a special law to prevent honor killings.
Security has been increased in the village to prevent further violence, including the installation of CCTV cameras and round-the-clock security.
- Who
- Manya, a 20-year-old Dalit woman, and her husband Vivekananda Dhoddamani
- What
- Manya was allegedly killed by her family in a caste-based honor killing
- When
- Manya was killed on December 21, 2024
- Where
- Inam Veerapur village, Dharwad district, Karnataka, India
- Why
- Manya's family opposed her marriage to a Dalit man due to caste differences
Dalit Community
Lingayat Community
Caste Discrimination
Dalit Community
Dalit organizations protest against caste-based violence and honor killings.
Lingayat Community
Lingayat groups condemn the killing and hold a 'Repentance Day' to express remorse.
- Victim's Name
- Manya
- Victim's Age
- 20 years
- Victim's Community
- Dalit Madiga
- Perpetrators
- Manya's father Prakashgouda Patil and relatives Veeranagouda Patil and Arunagouda Patil
- Location
- Inam Veerapur village, Dharwad district, Karnataka
- Charges
- Murder and SC/ST (Prevention of Atrocities) Act
- Government Response
- Fast-track court, private prosecutor, and discussion on special law to curb honor killings
- Security Measures
- Eight CCTV cameras installed, round-the-clock security, peace meetings
