Chhattisgarh Congress staged a statewide ‘Chini Satyagraha’ against rising sugar prices, blaming BJP governments for inflation. The party claimed sugar shortages at PDS shops were burdening families and demanded immediate restoration of supplies, warning of intensified protests if unresolved
As the polling for 70 seats in the 90-member Chhattisgarh assembly commenced, Chief Minister and Congress candidate Bhupesh Baghel expressed confidence in winning over 75 seats, asserting a one-sided contest with no competition.