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Youth Congress Protesters Detained In Shajapur, MP

Protesters demand resignation of Amit Shah, detained after march attempt

Mumbai Alert · Politics Desk
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Politics Desk · Mumbai Alert News · Mon, 24 August 2026 at 10:00 pm
Youth Congress Protesters Detained In Shajapur, MP

Youth Congress workers in Shajapur, Madhya Pradesh, were detained by police on Monday after attempting to march towards the Collectorate during a demonstration against the Central government. The protest, which began at the bus stand, was held to address issues such as inflation, unemployment, the education system, and the NEET paper leak.

The protesters also demanded the resignation of Union Home Minister Amit Shah over the alleged use of pellet guns during a protest at Jantar Mantar and the reported use of AK-47 rifles in Bihar. After a public meeting, the protesters marched towards the Collectorate but were stopped by police barricades near the depot.

When the workers attempted to move ahead, police deployed three water-cannon vehicles to disperse them. Several protesters later sat on the road, but were removed by police and taken to the police lines in buses.

Youth Congress national president Uday Bhanu Chib, Madhya Pradesh Youth Congress president Yash Ghanghoria, and senior Congress leader Sajjan Singh Verma were among those who participated in the protest. Other notable participants included Tarana MLA Mahesh Parmar, Morena MLA Dinesh Gurjar, and Congress leader Neetu Sikrawar.

Shajapur Youth Congress district president Jayant Sikarwar, Ramveer Singh Sikarwar, city president Vipul Dikshit, district Congress president Nareshwar Pratap Singh, Irshad Khan, Satya Baatre, and Deepak Nigam were also present at the protest.

According to SDM Manisha Vaskale, the protesters had permission to demonstrate only at the meeting venue, and action was taken after they moved beyond the permitted area. The protest was part of a larger movement by the Youth Congress to address the concerns of the people and to hold the government accountable for its actions.

The use of water cannons and the detention of protesters has sparked controversy, with many questioning the police's actions. The incident highlights the ongoing tensions between the government and the opposition, with the Youth Congress being a vocal critic of the Central government's policies.

The detention of the protesters in Shajapur is a significant development in the ongoing protests against the government, and it remains to be seen how the situation will unfold in the coming days. The Youth Congress has vowed to continue its protests and to fight for the rights of the people, and the government will likely face increased pressure to address the concerns of the opposition.

In conclusion, the detention of Youth Congress protesters in Shajapur is a significant incident that highlights the ongoing tensions between the government and the opposition. The incident has sparked controversy and has raised questions about the police's actions, and it remains to be seen how the situation will unfold in the coming days.

Frequently asked questions

What was the reason for the Youth Congress protest in Shajapur?

The protest was held to address issues such as inflation, unemployment, the education system, and the NEET paper leak.

Who were some of the notable participants in the protest?

Youth Congress national president Uday Bhanu Chib, Madhya Pradesh Youth Congress president Yash Ghanghoria, and senior Congress leader Sajjan Singh Verma were among those who participated in the protest.

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