Congress Calls Statewide Highway Blockade In Madhya Pradesh On May 7 Over Farmers’ Issues

Madhya Pradesh Congress president Jitu Patwari announced an indefinite road blockade on May 7 to protest alleged injustice against farmers. National highways from the Maharashtra border to Rajasthan border will be targeted. The party plans blockades every 10 kilometres, with Seva Dal volunteers stationed at each point to manage emergencies and assist ambulances.

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Bhopal (Madhya Pradesh): The injustice being done against farmers in the state is no longer tolerable. On May 7, a massive road blockade will be staged from Maharashtra border to the Rajasthan border, said Jitu Patwari while addressing a rally in Budhni on Tuesday.

The Congress party is gearing up to take to the streets to highlight the problems faced by farmers in the state. The party has formulated a comprehensive strategy for the agitation. Under this plan, a decision has been taken to set up blockades every 10 kilometres to ensure the protest’s impact is felt widely.

During the protest, 50 members of Seva Dal will be present at each location. In the event of a traffic jam, if an ambulance or a patient appears, Seva Dal members will assist in clearing a path.

Published on: Wednesday, April 29, 2026, 10:59 AM IST

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