I feel sad when I read in the net that Dalit Voice is stopping its publication. I am a Dalit. I used to read DV when in school exactly from 7th standard. I got the social truth of caste and its bitterness through DV. It gave me a better perspective of what is happening in India. I am a follower of Babasaheb Ambedkar. Also very much influenced by Mayawati and Kanshi Ram. What I observed is that we Dalits don’t want to change. They are still enjoying their slavery. What we actually need is a change in mind. Dalits in Kerala also worship Hindu gods. I also visited temples but did not feel any change. Just as Babasaheb said that he will not die a Hindu that is what I am following. Budhism changed my life. Now I have the confidence to stand up against others. We Dalits need a social transformation. Budhism can give this. I am requesting you not to stop DV. There may be disappointment and pitfalls. But please note there are people to whom DV provides a huge amount of knowledge. A new story has been written by Mayawati. So, we need your utmost help. This is a crucial time for you also.
You must be comfortable financially and yet did not subscribe to Dalit Voice or order our books. You have not even written to us so far. You want to take benefits without giving anything in return. Those who have the commitment have to pay for it, suffer for it and even die for it. Only such people can liberate the oppressed. Only when we think of closing down DV do you come up with all sorts of advice. — EDITOR
