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This article discusses a rail blockade protest by the Kudmi community at Pradankhanta station for their demands regarding tribal status and language recognition.
On Saturday morning, the Kudmi community held a rail blockade protest at Pradankhanta station. They are demanding that their community be included in the tribal list and that the Kudmali language be recognized in the eighth schedule.
The protest was led by leaders including Jagannath Mahato and Hiralal Mahato. Although the protest was set to start at 5 AM, it began two hours late due to police presence and delays in gathering participants.
As a result of the protest, several trains, including the Coal Field Express and the Rajdhani Express, passed through before the blockade started. When the protestors finally reached the tracks, they caused delays for many other trains like the Vande Bharat Express and Shatabdi Express.
The police had set up barricades to control the crowd, and there were some conflicts when they tried to remove banners from the protestors. Various police officials were present to manage the situation.
The protest continues to affect train services, and the Kudmi community is determined to make their voices heard. The situation at the station remains tense as the protestors demand their rights.
Summary:
- Protest by Kudmi community at Pradankhanta station.
- Demanding tribal status and Kudmali language recognition.
- Protest delayed by police presence and late arrivals.
- Several trains faced delays due to the protest.
- Tense situation as protest continues at the station.