Our Founding and Vision

Kula Nirmulana Sangham was established in 1972 in Hyderabad with the mission of eradicating the caste system from Indian society. The organization emerged from the inspiration and ideological guidance of notable reformers like Dr. Ram Manohar Lohiya, Dr. B.R. Ambedkar and others who envisioned a casteless and equal society.

Prominent figures involved in the founding of this organization included then Law Secretary and former Public Service Commission Member Jagarla-mudi Veeraswamy, renowned writer and Assembly reviewer Suramauli, eminent educationist and literary scholar Sri V. Nageshwar, former Urban Community Development Director D.G. Rama Rau, Bhadri Vishal Pitti, Prof. Keshav Rao Jadhav, Lavanam and many other progressive-minded social reformers who played key roles.

Policy Impact and Organizational Ethos

The Sangham operates as a democratic and secular organization, unaffiliated with any political party. It collaborates with progressive movements working towards equality, gender justice, and human rights.

A significant achievement came in 2024 when, following the Sangham's persistent advocacy, the Government of Telangana officially recognized a "No Caste, No Religion" identity in its social survey forms. This marked a historic step towards acknowledging casteless citizens in official records. The organization's efforts have led to a notable social shift in Telangana, with surveys indicating that nearly 4% of the population now identifies as caste-free.

The Sangham is proud of this achievement and remains committed to continuing its mission toward building an egalitarian society. Over the decades, Kula Nirmulana Sangham has remained a consistent and fearless voice advocating for a just, casteless society.

Aims and Objectives of the Kula Nirmulana Sangham

  • Comprehensive development is possible only through the eradication of caste.
  • The establishment of residential communities based on caste lines should be prohibited.
  • Caste indicators (titles / surnames) before and after names should be removed.
  • Inter-caste marriages are a powerful means to eliminate caste. Therefore, inter-caste and inter-faith marriages should be encouraged.

We believe that true progress comes from empowering individuals and fostering an environment where every person is valued for who they are, not for their birth. We continue to inspire new generations to live beyond the limitations of caste and religion, upholding human dignity and equality for all.

Key Activities of the Association

  • Organizing inter-caste and inter-religious marriages for annihilation of caste and as a powerful step against caste-based discrimination.
  • Conducting annual meetings under the banner “Inter Caste & Inter Religion Couple’s get together - MELA,” where youth and families come together to build casteless identities.
  • Supporting and protecting inter-caste couples who face threats and violence, including advocating for legal and social protection against caste-based killings.
  • Promoting a scientific, rational, and humanist worldview through debates, literature, and media outreach.
  • Raising awareness among youth about a caste-free society and the importance of inter-caste marriages.
  • Advocating for special laws and provisions for couples in inter-caste and inter-religion marriages.
  • Collaborating with like-minded progressive civil society organizations to work on various related issues.