Bhopal: In the capital of Madhya Pradesh, High alert issued in 35 districts across the state in view of Bharat bandh against amendments in SC/ST Act. 34 companies of security forces and 5000 security personnel deployed. Section 144 imposed in a number of districts.

Security heightened in the city in view of Bharat bandh against amendments in SC/ST Act. Police said, ”Forces have been divided judiciously across the districts. It has been peaceful until now. Nobody can force anyone to be a part of the bandh.” 

 Protesters stopped the train in Darbhanga and Munger's Masudan. The nationwide bandh has been called by various organisations against amendments in SC/ST Act.

In Maharashtra Protest underway in Thane's Navghar against the amendment to SC/ST (Prevention of Atrocities) Act. #BharatBandh

Here are Visuals of Bharat bandh protest from Patna's Rajendra Nagar Terminal railway station.

In Bihar, Protesters set fire to tyres in Mokama (pic 1) and block road (pic 3) in Badh during Bharat bandh protests.

In Bhopal, Petrol pumps to remain closed from 10am to 4pm today .