Indian Protests After Dalit Children Burnt Alive In Caste Attack

Protesters have blocked a key highway in India to protest against the death of two children who were burnt alive in an arson attack near the capital Delhi.

A toddler and a nine-month old died after their home in Faridabad town was set on fire early on Tuesday, allegedly by upper-caste men.

Three people were arrested and police said they were looking for nine others.

The parents of the children were also injured and their mother is reported to be still in a critical condition.

Security has been tightened in the area after a rise in tensions over the incident.

On Tuesday, several young men blocked roads in Faridabad, demanding action against those behind the crime. Many more joined them on Wednesday, local television reported.