The Indian Catholic Press Association (ICPA) proudly presents the ICPA Award for outstanding contribution to the cause of Scheduled Castes and Dalit communities, sponsored by the CBCI Office for Scheduled Castes and Backwards Classes, to

Fr (Dr) G. Arokia Sebastin Babu HGN

for his courageous engagement with Dalit dignity, rights, equality, and justice.
A scholar, theologian, and writer, Fr Dr Babu brings theological reflection into dynamic dialogue with the lived realities of Dalit communities. Through his writings, he challenges discrimination and systemic exclusion, giving intellectual expression to struggles for human rights. His work confronts entrenched structures and fosters a community grounded in justice, inclusion, and fraternity.

His publications include Jesus and Ambedkar (ATC Publishers, 2022) and Dangerous Memories of the Oppressed (ISPCK, 2025). His scholarly contributions have appeared in the Vidyajyoti Journal of Theological Reflection, Jnanadeepa, Journal of Indian Theology, and The New Leader. Addressing key issues—including reservations for Dalit Catholics, emancipatory visions of Dr BR Ambedkar, and challenges facing synodality—his work urges the Church and society to confront injustice. Rooted in the Gospel and informed by Dr Ambedkar's liberative vision, Fr. Dr Babu demonstrates how scholarship can amplify marginalised voices.
The ICPA recognises Fr Dr G. Arokia Sebastin Babu for his courage, scholarship, and commitment to bringing Dalit concerns into public and ecclesial discourse, strengthening the pursuit of equality and human dignity.