Srinagar, April 15 -- The J&K Pahari ethnic group in Boniyar Tehsil in Baramulla district on Tuesday demanded Scheduled Tribe (ST) status for the entire sub-division.
The demand came during a meeting which was attended by various political and social organizations.
Senior member Mohammad Aslam Dar alleged that some "officials are dividing communities on caste lines, calling it unjust" to Boniyar residents.
PDP leader Ghulam Mohiuddin urged political parties to support the demand, highlighting the community's shared culture and heritage.
Locals alleged that some villagers are being excluded from ST reservation due to political bias and warned of launching a movement if the issue isn't addressed.
The group also appealed the J&K Lt Govern...