Soundala Village, Maharashtra

On 5th February 2026, Soundala village in Ahilyanagar district declared itself Maharashtra’s first “caste-free” village through a unanimous Gram Sabha resolution.

  • The resolution promotes equality under the motto “Aamchi jaat… manav” (“my caste is humanity”).
  • Villagers collectively renounced caste-based discrimination and social exclusion.
  • The decision was supported by residents across diverse social backgrounds.
  • Equal access to public spaces has been formally assured.
  • Schools, temples and water bodies are open to all residents.
  • Community halls and cremation grounds will follow non-discriminatory access.
  • Government services in the village will operate without caste ....
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