The Indian National Congress in Madhya Pradesh on Monday, 6 July launched a sharp offensive against the Bharatiya Janata Party governments at the Centre and in the state, accusing them of systemic failures on education, farmer welfare, governance, and public accountability. The party simultaneously announced its 'Chhatron Ki Goonj' campaign, anchored by a bicycle rally and a planned march to the national capital, to amplify student grievances.

Key Allegations at the Press Conference

Addressing reporters at the Pradesh Congress Committee office in Bhopal, former Member of Parliament Meenakshi Natarajan said the ruling government had failed to protect students, farmers, and ordinary citizens. 'The education system, farmers' rights, the state's land and the country's faith are all facing a serious crisis. Congress will continue to raise these issues and fight for justice,' she said.

Natarajan pointed to recurring paper leaks — including in the NEET and RGPV examinations — as evidence of a broken system that had created widespread uncertainty among students. She also criticised the Centre's 'One Nation, One Examination' policy, alleging multiple irregularities and calling for greater transparency in the examination process.

Farmer Distress and MSP Demand

Madhya Pradesh Congress media in-charge and senior leader Mukesh Nayak stated that rising prices of diesel, fertilisers, seeds, pesticides, and agricultural equipment had sharply driven up cultivation costs. Farmers, he said, were still awaiting a legal guarantee for the Minimum Support Price (MSP) — a demand that has remained unmet despite repeated assurances from the Centre.

Natarajan echoed these concerns, questioning the Centre's trade policy and urging the government to safeguard farmer interests. This comes amid a broader national debate on farm income security that has persisted since the repeal of the three farm laws in 2021.

Land Irregularities and Ram Temple Accountability

Natarajan further demanded an impartial inquiry into alleged land-related irregularities in Ujjain. She also sought a probe into alleged financial irregularities linked to the management of the Ram Temple, asserting that institutions associated with public faith must function with complete transparency and accountability.

'Chhatron Ki Goonj' Campaign Details

As part of the outreach drive, the Congress will organise a bicycle rally from Indore to Bhopal on 14 and 15 July. The party will also hold a 'Chalo Delhi' programme on 9 August to raise student concerns directly before the Central government. Nayak said repeated paper leaks had weakened the credibility of the education system and put the futures of lakhs of students at risk.

'Congress will continue to fight for students, farmers and the people of the state. Our objective is to ensure accountability and justice on issues affecting the public,' Natarajan said. With assembly elections in Madhya Pradesh still years away, the campaign signals the party's intent to build sustained grassroots pressure rather than wait for an electoral moment.