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Congress Blames Shivraj Chouhan: The Dramatic FIR Against Jitu Patwari

A dramatic protest by Congress workers led by Jitu Patwari unfolded at Shivraj Singh Chouhan's residence, highlighting farmers' grievances. The protest resulted in an FIR being registered against Patwari, which Congress claims is a politically motivated attempt to suppress their voice. Mukesh Nayak accused Chouhan of having a "double face" after initially appearing cooperative during discussions. The incident underscores the ongoing tension between the Congress and BJP in Madhya Pradesh.

Key Points: Shivraj Chouhan MP Congress Jitu Patwari FIR Protest Farmers

  • Congress accuses Shivraj Chouhan of suppressing opposition's voice
  • Protest aimed to highlight farmers' grievances and demand direct produce payment
  • FIR registered at TT Nagar police station after dramatic protest
  • Minor clashes broke out during march towards Chouhan's residence
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MP: Congress blames Shivraj Singh Chouhan for FIR against Jitu Patwari

Congress alleges politically motivated FIR against Jitu Patwari after dramatic protest over farmers' issues at Shivraj Chouhan's residence

"When we met Union Minister Shivaraj Singh Chouhan at his residence, he talked very politely and assured us of help for farmers. Once we came out of his residence, he lodged an FIR against me. - Mukesh Nayak, Congress Media Cell Head"

Bhopal, Oct 16

The Congress on Thursday criticised Union Agriculture Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan over an FIR registered against state Congress chief Jitu Patwari following a protest.

The FIR against Patwari was registered at the police station in Bhopal after a dramatic protest erupted on Wednesday, when they staged a protest carrying a sack of paddy on his shoulder.

Responding to the development, Madhya Pradesh Congress's media cell head, Mukesh Nayak, who was also accompanied by Patwari during the protest, alleged that filing an FIR against Patwari was an attempt to suppress the opposition's voice.

"When we met Union Minister Shivaraj Singh Chouhan at his residence, he talked very politely and assured us of help for farmers. Once we came out of his residence, he lodged an FIR against me and PCC chief Jitu Patwari. It means he has a double face," Nayak said during a press conference.

Nayak also said that when so-called religious Babas organise big programmes and people stuck in long traffic jams die, then the BJP government don't take any action.

"Shivaraj Singh Chouhan had made a big mistake. Congress will keep exposing his wrongdoings," Nayak added.

According to Nayak, FIR was registered at the TT Nagar police station.

On Wednesday, Patwari, accompanied by around 50 party workers and farmers, left the Congress office without prior notice to the police or administration, leading to chaos along the route.

Police attempted to stop the group multiple times by setting up barricades and deploying vehicles, but minor clashes broke out as Congress workers pushed through and continued toward Chouhan's residence.

The protest was aimed at highlighting farmers' grievances and demanding direct payment for their produce instead of through the Bhavantar Yojana.

Amid the commotion, Chouhan stepped out to meet the protesters and later invited Patwari and his delegation inside for discussions.

- IANS

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Priya S
While I support farmers' rights, staging protests without informing police creates unnecessary chaos. Both sides should follow proper procedures. The FIR seems excessive though - could have been handled better through dialogue.
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Arjun K
Shivraj Singh Chouhan ji should have shown more maturity. First inviting them for talks and then filing FIR - this sends wrong message to farmers who are already struggling. Kisan andolan ko suppress karne ki koshish hai yeh! 👎
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Sarah B
As someone who lives in Bhopal, the traffic disruptions were really problematic. But the farmers' concerns about Bhavantar Yojana are valid. Wish our leaders would focus on solving problems rather than political point-scoring.
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Vikram M
Congress workers pushing through barricades is not acceptable. Law and order must be maintained. But filing FIR against opposition leaders for raising farmers' issues? This sets dangerous precedent for democracy.
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Michael C
The point about religious babas getting away with traffic chaos while politicians face FIRs is interesting. Selective enforcement of rules is a real problem in our system. Need consistent application of law for everyone.

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