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Livestock Herd Blocks Traffic on Rewa‑Shahdol Road During Minister’s Visit
✍️ Amar Ujala · Madhya Pradesh
🗓 14 Nov 2026, 02:01 PM
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A herd of stray cattle parked near an under‑bridge on the Rewa‑Shahdol highway disrupted bus and vehicle movement even as Deputy Chief Minister Rajendra Shukla inspected the area.
Deputy Chief Minister and portfolio minister Rajendra Shukla arrived in Shahdol for an official tour on a day when traffic conditions on the Rewa‑Shahdol corridor were already strained. The minister’s convoy approached an under‑bridge on the state highway where a large group of stray cattle had gathered on the road surface.
The unrestrained herd forced several city buses and private vehicles to halt or take detours, creating a noticeable slowdown in the flow of traffic. Motorists reported difficulty in navigating the narrow stretch, and the congestion persisted until the animals were finally moved by local authorities.
Municipal officials, who were present to brief the minister, appeared unable to prevent the situation despite prior warnings about stray livestock on the highway. Their response highlighted ongoing challenges in managing animal control and road safety in the region.
The incident underscores the broader problem of stray cattle occupying public roads in parts of Madhya Pradesh, a concern that has repeatedly affected commuters and public transport services across the state.
The unrestrained herd forced several city buses and private vehicles to halt or take detours, creating a noticeable slowdown in the flow of traffic. Motorists reported difficulty in navigating the narrow stretch, and the congestion persisted until the animals were finally moved by local authorities.
Municipal officials, who were present to brief the minister, appeared unable to prevent the situation despite prior warnings about stray livestock on the highway. Their response highlighted ongoing challenges in managing animal control and road safety in the region.
The incident underscores the broader problem of stray cattle occupying public roads in parts of Madhya Pradesh, a concern that has repeatedly affected commuters and public transport services across the state.