Archive · 29 Jul 2026
Farmers March to Bhopal for Procurement Reforms
A large group of farmers, more than 2,000 strong, marched to the capital city of Bhopal in Madhya Pradesh.
They are part of the Sanyukta Kisan Morcha and want the government to buy all their moong crops and make changes to how fertilizers are given out.
The farmers broke through police barricades to reach Bhopal and say they will keep protesting until their demands are met.
They also plan to surround the home of the state's chief minister.
The protest involves 19 different farmers' organizations.
Earlier, the farmers were stopped but started marching again after talking to the authorities.
The farmers say the police put up barricades in several places to stop them from reaching Bhopal.
More than 2,000 farmers marched to Bhopal under the Sanyukta Kisan Morcha.
Key demands include 100% government procurement of moong and reforms in fertilizer distribution.
Farmers broke through police barricades near the Kaliyasot River bridge.
Protest involves 19 farmers' organizations and plans to gherao the CM's residence.
Farmers allege police barricaded roads in multiple districts to prevent their march.
- Who
- More than 2,000 farmers under the Sanyukta Kisan Morcha
- What
- March to Bhopal for government procurement of moong and fertilizer distribution reforms
- When
- Tuesday
- Where
- Bhopal, Madhya Pradesh
- Why
- To demand 100% government procurement of moong and reforms in the fertilizer distribution system
Farmers' Demands
Government Response
Procurement of Moong
Farmers' Demands
Farmers demand 100% government procurement of moong to ensure fair prices.
Government Response
Government has not yet agreed to the full procurement demand.
Fertilizer Distribution Reforms
Farmers' Demands
Farmers seek reforms in the fertilizer distribution system for better access.
Government Response
Government has not publicly responded to the demand for reforms.
- Number of Farmers
- More than 2,000
- Organizing Body
- Sanyukta Kisan Morcha
- Key Demands
- 100% government procurement of moong, reforms in fertilizer distribution
- Protest Location
- Bhopal, Madhya Pradesh
- Protest Route
- From Narmadapuram to Bhopal
