Bharat Bandh: Four dead in Madhya Pradesh as violence hits India against SC verdict on SC/ST Act; Centre files a review petition

The Dalit community on Monday has called for a massive protest as Bharat Bandh against the 'dilution' of SC/ST (Prevention of Atrocities) Act. The violence hits life in several parts of the country that had left 4 dead in Madhya Pradesh. A student leader along with four other killed during the violence between the police and protesters.

The protests left many people injured across the country. At least six people were left injured in Gwalior district and the Army was called in Bhind to control the situation. While, clashes and riots were reported from the several cities in Rajasthan, including Jaipur, Barmer and Alwar. Meanwhile, In Jharkhand capital Ranchi, the situation has worsened and the police lathi-charged protesters.

The transportation services in the country have been widely affected. The trains and buses routes have been blocked by the protestors in Bihar, Odisha, Punjab and Rajasthan.