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Digvijay Singh launches 1,800‑km foot march from Ujjain to Ayodhya, vows to question election processes
✍️ Amar Ujala · Madhya Pradesh
🗓 07 Oct 2026, 04:00 PM
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Senior Congress leader Digvijay Singh began a 1,800‑kilometre foot march from Ujjain to Ayodhya, saying he will highlight election transparency, voter rights and the RSS’s role during the journey.
Earlier today, senior Congress figure Digvijay Singh kicked off a foot march that will stretch about 1,800 kilometres, starting from Ujjain, the city famed as Mahakal, and slated to conclude in Ayodhya. The journey, dubbed a "padyatra," is intended to traverse several states, allowing the leader to interact directly with the public on a range of issues.
Singh said the march will serve as a platform to raise concerns about the transparency of the electoral process, the functioning of electronic voting machines (EVMs), and the protection of voter rights. He also indicated that the role of the Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS) in the political landscape will be a focal point of discussion.
The 1,800‑kilometre trek is expected to draw crowds at various stops, where Singh plans to hold informal meetings and address local grievances. Organisers have emphasized that the march is non‑partisan in nature, aiming solely at fostering public debate on democratic mechanisms ahead of upcoming elections.
While the route has not been fully disclosed, officials have assured that necessary security and logistical arrangements will be in place to ensure the safety of participants and the smooth flow of the procession across state borders.
The initiative reflects a broader trend of senior politicians using long‑distance marches to connect with voters and spotlight systemic issues, a strategy that has historically resonated with Indian electorates.
Singh said the march will serve as a platform to raise concerns about the transparency of the electoral process, the functioning of electronic voting machines (EVMs), and the protection of voter rights. He also indicated that the role of the Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS) in the political landscape will be a focal point of discussion.
The 1,800‑kilometre trek is expected to draw crowds at various stops, where Singh plans to hold informal meetings and address local grievances. Organisers have emphasized that the march is non‑partisan in nature, aiming solely at fostering public debate on democratic mechanisms ahead of upcoming elections.
While the route has not been fully disclosed, officials have assured that necessary security and logistical arrangements will be in place to ensure the safety of participants and the smooth flow of the procession across state borders.
The initiative reflects a broader trend of senior politicians using long‑distance marches to connect with voters and spotlight systemic issues, a strategy that has historically resonated with Indian electorates.