The Kula Nirmulana Sangham (KNS) has strongly condemned the recent honour killing of Krishna (alias Mala Banti) in Suryapet, describing it as a grave violation of human rights and the constitutional right of every adult to choose their life partner. Expressing deep concern over the continued occurrence of such caste-driven crimes, KNS reiterated that no individual should lose their life for exercising a fundamental freedom guaranteed by the Constitution of India. The organisation has pledged to pursue justice for the victim's family while continuing its long-standing campaign against caste-based violence and discrimination.
In the immediate aftermath of the incident, KNS State President Waheed, along with members of the organisation, travelled to Suryapet to intervene directly. The team submitted a formal representation to the Superintendent of Police (SP) and met with the Deputy Superintendent of Police (DSP) to review the progress of the investigation and urge the authorities to ensure a fair, impartial, and time-bound inquiry. KNS also visited the bereaved family to express its condolences and extend its support during their time of grief. Recognising the vulnerability of Bhargavi, Krishna's wife, KNS requested the police to provide her with adequate protection and assured the family that the organisation would stand by them throughout their pursuit of justice. The organisation reaffirmed its commitment to providing every possible legal and moral support to ensure that the perpetrators are brought to justice and that the victim's family is not left to face the aftermath alone.
To strengthen the legal battle, KNS has mobilised a dedicated team of legal experts and social activists from Telangana and Andhra Pradesh to closely monitor the investigation and judicial proceedings. The team will examine every stage of the case to identify any legal lapses, procedural shortcomings, or attempts to derail the investigation. Where necessary, KNS will submit representations to the district administration, including the Collector, and pursue appropriate legal remedies before the courts. In addition, the organisation has initiated efforts to bring together like-minded organisations under a Joint Action Committee (JAC) to coordinate a sustained, united campaign for justice and broader legal reforms.
Addressing the media, KNS General Secretary Krishnachand demanded that the case be transferred to a Fast-Track Court and concluded within six months. He observed that criminal trials often take decades to reach their conclusion, weakening public confidence in the justice system and failing to deter future offenders. A swift trial and timely conviction, he said, are essential to demonstrate that crimes committed in the name of caste or family prestige will be met with the full force of the law.
KNS has also called for the strictest punishment for all those responsible for the murder and demanded that the victim's family receive all benefits available under the Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes (Prevention of Atrocities) Act. The organisation specifically urged the State Government to provide five acres of agricultural land and a government job for Bhargavi as part of her rehabilitation, recognising that she has been left without support following the tragic loss of her husband.
Beyond the immediate case, KNS has called upon the Government of Telangana to enact a special law for the protection of inter-caste and inter-religious couples, arguing that existing safeguards are insufficient to prevent caste-driven violence. The organisation urged the Chief Minister to take proactive legislative measures to protect adults exercising their constitutional right to choose their life partners and to establish stronger institutional mechanisms for their safety.
Reflecting on the broader social context, Krishnachand expressed concern over the growing influence of caste-based politics in contemporary society. He recalled that during the 1970s, when Kula Nirmulana Sangham began its movement, political leaders, including Chief Ministers, publicly encouraged inter-caste marriages as an important step towards social integration and the eradication of caste barriers. In contrast, he observed that caste identities are increasingly exploited for electoral gain, reinforcing divisions and allowing false notions of caste pride to take precedence over human life and constitutional values.
Reaffirming its commitment to building a casteless society, Kula Nirmulana Sangham called upon governments, civil society organisations, and citizens to unite against caste-based violence and ensure that every individual can exercise the constitutional right to choose their life partner without fear, discrimination, or violence. The organisation pledged to continue its legal advocacy, public campaigns, and social reform initiatives until justice is secured in the Suryapet case and stronger protections are established to prevent such tragedies from recurring.
