As per reports, Kudmi caste organisations across Jharkhand, West Bengal, and Odisha have announced a rail roko agitation from Saturday (20 September) to press their long-standing demand for inclusion in the Scheduled Tribe (ST) category.

Police and railway authorities have stepped up security across sensitive zones following the announcement. The Jharkhand Police informed that increased security arrangements are in place, with additional forces and magistrates deployed in areas identified as protest hotspots.

• Intelligence agencies have also issued alerts to the railway administration regarding the possible train operations. In Jharkhand, protesters are expected to block railway tracks at several key stations and junctions, including Muri, Gomoh, Neemdih, Ghaghra, Chandil, Hansdiha, Chhota Gamharia, Dumri, Ganjia Barrage, and Parasnath.