Madhya Pradesh Police Clear Ken-Betwa Project Protest Site

6 UPDATES · 37 DAYS · 18 JUL 2026 — 22 AUG 2026

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Latest · 22 Aug 2026

Chief Minister Mohan Yadav directed officials to visit villages impacted by the Ken-Betwa river link project to address families' grievances.

What this timeline covers

This event covers Umang Singhar's visit to the protest site near Kupi village and his allegations of corruption in the Ken-Betwa link project, including any reactions, analyses, and follow-up developments related to these specific claims. It excludes other actions or statements by Umang Singhar, villagers, or authorities unless they are direct responses or developments stemming from the specific allegations and visit mentioned.

The full story, from the beginning

18Jul

STORY BEGINS — The Hindu

Opposition Leader Alleges Crores in Corruption at Ken-Betwa Link Project Protest Site

19Jul

The Hindu

After 15 days, the Madhya Pradesh Police cleared a protest site against the Ken-Betwa river link project, relocating protesters and dismantling symbolic structures.

22Jul

Indian Express

The Madhya Pradesh government initiated an inquiry into allegations of irregularities in the Ken-Betwa Link Project's compensation and surveys.

2 weeks later

6Aug

The Hindu

The Union Ministry of Tribal Affairs forwarded complaints of tribal displacement due to the Ken-Betwa project to the Madhya Pradesh government.

19Aug

The Hindu

Congress leader Rahul Gandhi pledged support for tribal protests against the Ken-Betwa river-linking project.

22Aug

LATEST UPDATE — The Hindu

Chief Minister Mohan Yadav directed officials to visit villages impacted by the Ken-Betwa river link project to address families' grievances.

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