Namdeo Dhasal

Namdeo Dhasal's poetry, and how it gave form to the Dalit experience in Maharashtra

In our ongoing series on Dalit literature from Maharashtra, we look at the literary legacy of the legendary Namdeo Dhasal.

From Salman Rushdie to Chetan Bhagat: The navratna of new Indian storytelling

Who would form the navratna of storytelling in the new India? From Salman Rushie to Chetan Bhagat, here's our list.

Dalit literary icon Namdeo Dhasal passes away

Namdeo Laxman Dhasal, Dalit poet and author, ideologue and founder of the Dalit Panthers Party, died in a hospital early Wednesday after a prolonged illness, an aide said.

Rally reality: Why Dalit leaders need to unite to win the political battle

The Dalit leadership must realise that it needs to make common cause with the followers or languish in irrelevance.