VP of JP Morgan Anirudh Kejriwal Calls Out Caste Discrimination in Gujarat Housing

Anirudh Kejriwal, the Vice President of JP Morgan, recently made headlines as he spoke out against alleged caste discrimination encountered during his house-hunting journey in Gujarat. Opting for Gujarat over Singapore, inspired by the vision of GIFT City, Kejriwal’s decision was met with unexpected obstacles rooted in his non-Gujarati background.

Choosing Gujarat's Vision

Expressing his dismay, Kejriwal took to social media, addressing Gujarat Police, Gujarat BJP, the Chief Minister of Gujarat, and other stakeholders. Reflecting on his journey, he shared, “After years in Mumbai, I was drawn to Gujarat’s allure, snubbing an opportunity in Singapore. The promise of GIFT City and the ambitious vision laid out by our PM and government fueled my aspirations. It led me to invest in my first home here, envisioning a future brimming with possibilities.”

A Dream Deferred by Discrimination

However, Kejriwal’s excitement soon soured into disappointment. He faced unwelcome hurdles in realizing his dream home, solely due to his non-Gujarati heritage. “Denied entry into my own home, not for any fault of mine, but for not being born Gujarati,” he lamented.

Shocked to face blatant caste discrimination in Sant Vihar 1 Society, Gandhinagar, Gujarat. My attempt to buy a flat turned into a nightmare as society's management is barring my entry due to caste. #Gandhinagar #Gujarat #CasteDiscrimination @GujaratPolice @CMOGuj…
— Anirudh Kejriwal (@AnirudhKejriwal) February 24, 2024

Confronting Social Barriers

In a subsequent tweet, the JP Morgan executive expressed his disillusionment, labeling the encounter as a stark reminder of entrenched societal divisions in India. “To make matters worse, I’m cautioned that even if I breach this barrier, joy will remain elusive, and challenges will loom large. It’s a bitter pill to swallow,” he shared. “Choosing Gujarat over my life in Mumbai, forsaking the allure of Singapore, I never fathomed encountering such prejudice.”

Nightmare in the Land of Hope

Kejriwal didn’t mince words about his ordeal, describing it as a harrowing experience. “The agony of facing blatant casteism, in a place I embraced with optimism, is beyond words,” he expressed, vowing to pursue legal avenues to uphold his rights and investments.

Kejriwal’s story sheds light on the persistent social issues that permeate even the most promising landscapes of progress. It serves as a call to action, urging society to confront and dismantle the barriers that inhibit inclusivity and progress. reed sum more post

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