We are working in the slum areas among the Telugu Dalits. We are all Malas mainly but supporters of Madigas. We have printed 3,000 copies of a leaf- let. Still we could not reach our Dalit (Mala) leaders throughout AP. Hence we are seeking the support of DV which has a big circulation in AP and all over India.
This leflet is totally based on the caste identity” thesis propounded by DV. The Madiga Dandora movement itself is a full-fledged “caste identity” movement. Through this (leaflet) we tried to strengthen and consolidate the “caste identity” thesis of our Editor. Right from (5 years) the begining of the MRPS movement, we are its staunch supporters though we are Malas. I am a DV family member since 14 months only but after studying every DV issue we have become its great admirers. Being Malas, it may appear strange to support the Madigas and their Dandora but it is strange only in the case of the “creamy layer” among the Malas. Poorer sections among Malas are all praise for the DV demand for proportional share.
In Bombay, at every naka (where skilled workers sell their labour) is packed with Mala-Madiga-Dakali- Masitla subcaste people. They are ready to sell their labour to Mar- wadis-Baniyas at cheapest price. They are not living but just existing. All the subcaste people have the same economic status. They suffer together. That is why they support the DV theory of proportional distribution of share. Such Malas are great admirers of “caste identity” movement or proportional share theory. They support the Madiga demand. On the other hand, the “educated” creamy lay- er Mala-Madigas feel shy to say Jai Bheem. This is the truth and reality. Dalit Voice has said all this and for speaking out the truth it suffered.
“Caste identity” Danodra (movement) is nothing but equal, proportional share to every slave. In other words, to fight the caste-ridden Hindu society, the “caste identity” Dandora is the only solution. We are proud of our movement. In fact “caste identity” theory is the Indian version of socialism. The Editor’s theory is easily understood by the exploited masses because they alone know the Importance of equal sharing. Share means livelihood. Absence of share leads to accumulation. So, our humble request to the Editor and all members of the great DV family is that this valuable “caste identity” theory must be propogated mostly in slums and villages rather than among the creamy layer” which alone is ” critising the Editor. According to the population of each and every subcaste, proportional share must be earmarked. Soon this Aryan BSO edifice will collapse. Let us all strive to fulfil Vishwaratna Babasaheb’s dreams.
