In Jabalpur, Madhya Pradesh, women protesters intercepted and smashed bottles of smuggled liquor in the Sihora police station area. The demonstration, fueled by anger over illicit liquor sales in local villages, saw protesters destroy crates left behind by an alleged smuggler who fled the scene. Police arrived to manage the situation and assured an investigation into illegal liquor trade, which has been a recurring issue in nearby villages, prompting previous protests.