Overview

• The Madhya Pradesh High Court had approved a proposal in February and its registrar, Yuval Raghuvanshi, recommended proceeding despite some advocates’ objections.
• A group of lawyers reportedly linked to BJP and RSS held protests at the Gwalior bench, leading to clashes and prompting a review of the installation process.
• State Congress chief Jitu Patwari has appealed to Chief Justice of India B.R. Gavai for direct intervention to ensure the statue is placed.
• On June 10, the Congress announced plans for a nationwide social awareness and political campaign to press state and central governments to act.
• Party leaders describe the blockade as a “well-planned conspiracy” intended to erase Ambedkar’s contributions and vow sustained pressure until the installation is completed.