Mon Apr 21 13:22:44 UTC 2025: ## Social Boycott of Dalits in Andhra Pradesh Ends After Peace Talks

**PITHAPURAM, Andhra Pradesh, April 21, 2025** – A social boycott of Dalits by members of the Kapu community in Mallam village, Kakinada district, has been lifted following successful peace talks. The boycott, initiated after the April 16th death of a 38-year-old Dalit electrician, sparked significant tension in the village.

A peace committee, led by Kakinada Revenue Divisional Officer S. Mallibabu, facilitated a pact between both communities. The agreement, signed under the supervision of Kakinada District Collector Sagili Shan Mohan, includes a written commitment from both the Kapu and Dalit communities to live in harmony and the immediate cessation of the boycott.

Six representatives from each community will be responsible for maintaining peace, with any future disputes to be resolved by the peace committee, which includes members from both communities, the Revenue Department, Police, and the Department of Social Welfare. The Collector warned that legal action will be taken against anyone violating the agreement.

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