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Indian Express
9 hours ago
- Politics
- Indian Express
NISHAD party demands national memorial at Kanpur ghat
The Nishad Party, a BJP ally in Uttar Pradesh, demanded that the Satti Chaura Ghat in Kanpur be declared a National Memorial. The demand comes in remembrance of the 1857 incident where British forces allegedly massacred people from the Nishad community at the same ghat, and the party is marking the anniversary as 'Smriti and Sankalpa Diwas' for Nishads. 'We will rewrite with our blood the history that is not written in books,' said party chief and minister Sanjay Nishad, adding the ghat is a witness to the sacrifice and first spark of freedom by Nishad community. He said Satti Chaura Ghat be declared a national memorial and the Criminal Tribes Act of 1871 be included in school syllabus to educate future generations about their ancestors.
Time of India
10 hours ago
- Politics
- Time of India
‘Satti Chaura, Massacre Ghat should be declared national monuments'
1 2 Kanpur: Minister of fisheries and national president of the Nishad Party Sanjay Kumar Nishad, stated that this river bank is not just the edge of the Ganga, but is a witness to the sacrifices, bravery, and the first spark of freedom of the country by the Nishad community. "In 1857, Nishad boatmen drowned the British in the Ganga here, shaking the foundations of British rule. In retaliation, hundreds of Nishads were hanged without trial at the Massacre Ghat, and in 1871, the Criminal Tribes Act labelled the Nishad community as 'born criminals,' and humiliated them," said Sanjay Nishad while addressing a gathering in a programme organized in the memory and on the occasion of the Resolution Day of the Nishad community at Satti Chaura Ghat on Friday. Sanjay Nishad said, "Today, we are fighting our battle through the Constitution, pen, and vote to ensure separate reservations for the Nishad community." He demanded that Satti Chaura and Massacre Ghat be declared as national monuments and that the truth about the Criminal Tribes Act be included in school curriculum, emphasizing that Nishad children should learn about their ancestors' bravery to instil pride and prepare future generations for leadership. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Избавляемся от боли в суставах с помощью натуральных средств! Здоровые Суставы Undo The Nishad community leader detailed various welfare schemes initiated by the Central and the state govts for the upliftment of the fishing community, such as the Pradhan Mantri Matsya Sampada Yojana, Mukhya Mantri Matsya Sampada Yojana, Fishermen Accident Insurance Scheme, Kisan Credit Card, Intensive Fish Farming Aeration System, Nishad Raj Boat Scheme, Mata Suketa Cage System, and Fish Farmer Welfare Fund. These schemes are being transparently delivered to the community, with pond and reservoir leases being prioritised for the Nishad community, and the government is fully committed to removing illegal encroachments and protecting water resources, he added. Regarding the Etawah Katha Vachak controversy, the minister condemned the incident as highly reprehensible, and said that the Indian Constitution grants all citizens equal rights to perform and conduct religious rituals, and no caste can be deprived of this. When asked about the removal of the words 'socialist' and 'secular' from the Constitution, he remarked that any constitutional amendment requires a parliamentary majority, questioning the basis on which the Congress had added these words during the Emergency when democracy was nearly suspended. He suggested that there should be a debate in Parliament on this issue, and if the words are deemed necessary by it, they should remain; otherwise, they should be removed. "In a democracy, no amendment can be made without collective consent of the people and Parliament," he said.
Time of India
06-06-2025
- Politics
- Time of India
Nishad Party to commemorate Kasarwal Andolan, which helped it gain relevance
Lucknow: Nishad Party, which has intensified its voter outreach initiatives in view of upcoming panchayat and assembly elections, has decided to commemorate the Kasarwal Andolan of June 7, 2015 by holding an event on Sunday. Sanjay Nishad led protest for reservation for the community in Gorakhpur's Kasarwal area had turned violent, leading to death of a youth. The case was registered against Sanjay Nishad. The protest helped project Sanjay Nishad as strong community leader, and his party gain relevance in UP politics. "Shahadat se Netrativ Tak (from martyrdom to leadership) will be a session to recall the struggles and sacrifices of the Nishad community, and also present to the community the efforts made for its social development," said national president and cabinet minister for fisheries in UP, Sanjay Nishad. He added that the event is not only a commemoration of the Kasarwal episode but a reiteration of the community's rights. The party holds two foundational events every year to mobilise its cadre. On Jan 13, it holds 'Sankalp Diwas' when the Nishad community reiterates its demand for inclusion in SC list for reservation. On Aug 16, the party observes foundation day, which it marks as a show of strength through rallies and other programmes, again to drum up support for the SC status. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Free P2,000 GCash eGift UnionBank Credit Card Apply Now Undo In addition, the party organises events to tell voters how it has been pressing for an SC tag for all the sub-castes of Nishads in UP. Party says it forged an alliance with the BJP in UP, first in the Lok Sabha election in 2019 and then in the 2022 assembly elections so that this demand could be met. The party also saw six of its MLAs win the 2022 assembly elections in the state on its symbol. The SC status, however, still eludes the community in UP. Lucknow: Nishad Party, which has intensified its voter outreach initiatives in view of upcoming panchayat and assembly elections, has decided to commemorate the Kasarwal Andolan of June 7, 2015 by holding an event on Sunday. Sanjay Nishad led protest for reservation for the community in Gorakhpur's Kasarwal area had turned violent, leading to death of a youth. The case was registered against Sanjay Nishad. The protest helped project Sanjay Nishad as strong community leader, and his party gain relevance in UP politics. "Shahadat se Netrativ Tak (from martyrdom to leadership) will be a session to recall the struggles and sacrifices of the Nishad community, and also present to the community the efforts made for its social development," said national president and cabinet minister for fisheries in UP, Sanjay Nishad. He added that the event is not only a commemoration of the Kasarwal episode but a reiteration of the community's rights. The party holds two foundational events every year to mobilise its cadre. On Jan 13, it holds 'Sankalp Diwas' when the Nishad community reiterates its demand for inclusion in SC list for reservation. On Aug 16, the party observes foundation day, which it marks as a show of strength through rallies and other programmes, again to drum up support for the SC status. In addition, the party organises events to tell voters how it has been pressing for an SC tag for all the sub-castes of Nishads in UP. Party says it forged an alliance with the BJP in UP, first in the Lok Sabha election in 2019 and then in the 2022 assembly elections so that this demand could be met. The party also saw six of its MLAs win the 2022 assembly elections in the state on its symbol. The SC status, however, still eludes the community in UP. Get the latest lifestyle updates on Times of India, along with Eid wishes , messages , and quotes !
Time of India
30-05-2025
- Politics
- Time of India
Nishad Party to go solo in panchayat elections
Varanasi: UP minister of fisheries Sanjay Kumar Nishad on Thursday said the Nishad Party, a constituent of NDA in Uttar Pradesh, will contest the three-tier panchayat elections in 2025 independently in Nishad-dominated areas. "The party will field its candidates for district panchayat member and BDC positions. After the election results, support will be given to the alliance partner BJP for the chairman and block chief positions," he told reporters. He was in city on Thursday to attend the "fish farmers' fair and caste census seminar" held at Nagari Natak Mandali in the Kabirchaura area. He added that the move was in line with the aspirations of party workers who had toiled hard for years. "The alliance will remain intact, but there will be no compromise on the rights and dignity of the workers. Our party's aim is not to criticise any party but to be the voice of our community. The blood of 101% of the fishing community runs in the veins of the Nishad Party, and we will never let the hopes of the community be shattered. Our ideology will reach from the village to the capital," he said. Addressing the seminar, Nishad provided information about the schemes run by the fisheries department. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Scam Exposed: What They Won't Tell You about zero trust! Expertinspector Click Here Undo He discussed the Prime Minister's Matsya Sampada Yojana (PMMSY), subsidies on ice boxes, fish vans, cold storage, pond construction, up to 60% subsidy for SC/ST/Women beneficiaries, special vehicle assistance for fish transport, Chief Minister's Matsya Yojana (MMSY), 40-60% subsidy on seeds, feed, equipment, accident insurance up to Rs 5 lakh, training programmes and employment generation, and other schemes like loan facilities under the Kisan Credit Card (KCC), availability of boats under the Nishad Raj Boat Scheme, digital registration and tracking system for fish farmers, among other topics. "The goal of these schemes is not just financial aid but to make the community self-reliant," he said. The minister said the caste census is not just about numbers, but about identifying constitutional rights. There is ongoing pressure on the govt to include sub-castes like Majhwar, Turaeha, Bind, Nishad, Kevat, Dheewar, Kashyap, etc, in the SC category. Citing the 1961 census report, the 2016 notification, and the Uttarakhand model, he emphasised that they should be issued SC certificates in Uttar Pradesh as well to ensure meaningful participation in the schemes. Nishad also offered prayers at the Shri Kashi Vishwanath Temple, wishing for the prosperity of the state and society.
Time of India
19-05-2025
- Politics
- Time of India
CM ‘voice of community':Sanjay Nishad
Gorakhpur: An awareness rally, led by Uttar Pradesh fisheries minister and NISHAD party chief Sanjay Nishad was taken out in Gorakhpur on Monday. Addressing reporters, Sanjay Nishad made a sharp remark, stating, "Jo Nishad Party ka jhanda uthae wahi mera bhai hai, jo na uthae wahi kasai hai" — equating those not supporting the party with butchers. He further elaborated that individuals from the community who do not chant 'Jai Nishad Raj' or align with the rival political outfits are harming the community's progress, similar to butchers slaughtering animals. Referring to former minister Jamuna Nishad, he claimed that slogans like 'Jai Bhim' and 'Jai Samajwad' had yielded little benefit, emphasizing the need for community solidarity under the NISHAD Party banner. The minister praised Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath , calling him the "voice of the Nishad community ". He noted that Yogi, even during his tenure as an MP, had raised the demand for granting SC status to the Nishad community, and now, as the CM, the expectations are higher than ever. He alleged that despite a directive from the Registrar General of India (RGI), implementation at the state level remains pending and urged the Bharatiya Janata Party to honour its promise. Highlighting welfare initiatives, he said the fisheries department would extend support to the community members in areas including education, healthcare (even without an Ayushman card), and assistance in marriage.
