Sister Manju Devarapalli, General Secretary of National Dalit Christian Watch, lays bare the painful realities of caste within the Indian Church and the organisation’s mission to build a truly inclusive Christian community.

FeaturedOctober 16, 2025

Watch | Christ and Caste Cannot Coexist: Dalit…

In the Kingdom of God that Jesus Christ spoke of, there is no discrimination. Everyone is a rightful heir — irrespective of caste, gender, nationality, or race. Yet, within the Indian Church, caste quietly endures,…

Through the use of Instagram posts, X threads and Facebook stories, growing number of young Dalit Christians are documenting their experiences, speaking out against injustice and reclaiming their narrative in the fight for equality.

FeaturedJuly 21, 2025

Social Media as Protest Site: Dalit Christians Challenge…

This story was originally published by Religion Unplugged.   Delhi: In India, caste oppression is an insidious and persistent reality that continues to affect millions, even in communities that formally reject caste divisions. The Christian community,…

As the General Secretary and CEO of the Baptist Union of Tamil Nadu, Rev Bhooplan has been on a mission to achieve equality and inclusivity in the church. 

FeaturedJuly 1, 2025

Fighting Caste from the Inside Out: Rev G…

In a significant ruling, the Andhra Pradesh High Court recently declared that "the caste system is alien to Christianity," while hearing a case of a caste atrocity against a Dalit pastor. The statement underscores an…

Organised by the National Dalit Christian Watch (NDCW), the meeting brought together scholars, clergy, civil society members, and activists to confront long-standing issues

FeaturedJune 6, 2025

Karnataka: Dalit Christians Demand Recognition, Equality Amid Deepening…

Bengaluru: In a powerful state-level meeting held at the Indian Social Institute, Dalit Christians from across Karnataka came together on May 17 under the banner of the National Dalit Christian Watch (NDCW) to spotlight the…

The rise of Hindutva politics in India has led to a systematic erosion of religious freedom, undermining the secular democratic framework enshrined in the Indian Constitution. The increasing violence against Dalits and Adivasis illustrate how religious nationalism is employed to marginalise these communities further.

FeaturedApril 21, 2025

Erasing Faith, Erasing Freedom: Hindutva’s Assault on Dalit…

India, known for its pluralism and secular democracy, is undergoing a profound transformation under the influence of Hindutva politics. The forces driving this ideology seek to reshape the country into a Hindu nation-state, disregarding the…

Ravulapalem (Dr. B.R. Ambedkar Konaseema District): A two-day state-level meeting in Andhra Pradesh brought together Dalit Christian leaders, scholars, and activists to address caste-based discrimination and rising threats to constitutional rights. Organised at the Ekalavya Training Centre in Ravulapalem, the discussions focused on systemic barriers faced by Dalit Christians, the role of religious and political […]

ReviewsMarch 28, 2025

NDCW Andhra Meet Raises Concern Over Systemic Barriers…

Ravulapalem (Dr. B.R. Ambedkar Konaseema District): A two-day state-level meeting in Andhra Pradesh brought together Dalit Christian leaders, scholars, and activists to address caste-based discrimination and rising threats to constitutional rights. Organised at the Ekalavya…

Eranakulam (Kerala): Despite the presence of passionate and organised groups of Dalit Christians in Kerala advocating for their rights, the community continues to face systematic discrimination on the account of their caste both within the Church and the society at large, said speakers at the state-level meeting of the National Dalit Christian Watch (NDCW) held […]

FeaturedFebruary 16, 2025

NDCW Vows to Fight Caste Discrimination Against Dalit…

Eranakulam (Kerala): Despite the presence of passionate and organised groups of Dalit Christians in Kerala advocating for their rights, the community continues to face systematic discrimination on the account of their caste both within the…

The two-day event held on June 17-18, 2024, at St. Mary Garrison Church in Jammu saw the participation of several intellectuals and prominent Dalit Christian leaders. 

ReviewsJuly 25, 2024

NDCW Jammu Meet Resolves to Strive for 50%…

Jammu: The National Dalit Christian Watch (NDCW), in its orientation programme held in Jammu on June 17-18, 2024, resolved to advocate for 50% representation for women in Church-based organisations and activities. The decision was made…