Bhima Koregaon village prepares for the 202nd war anniversary

To commemorate the 202nd anniversary of the battle of Bhima-Koregaon on January 1, a large number of people belonging to the Dalit community are gathering near the 'Jay Stambh' or tower of victory. The Dalit community pays tribute to those soldiers who lost their lives fighting Peshwas in 1817-18. Heavy security arrangements have been put in place in the wake of the large gathering that is expected today.