Bhima Koregaon

Bhima Koregaon is a village in Maharashtra, India, known for its historical significance related to the 1818 Battle of Koregaon. A victory by the British East India Company’s Mahar soldiers, mostly from marginalized Dalit communities, challenged social hierarchies. Now, the site hosts an annual memorial to honor those soldiers and promote social justice. The event has also become a symbol of Dalit pride and resistance. In recent years, tensions have arisen due to political debates over the memorial and issues of caste discrimination, making it a focal point for discussions on social equality and human rights in India.