The Madhya Pradesh administration imposed Section 144 in 47 of the 52 districts, including Bhopal, on Thursday

BHOPAL: The Madhya Pradesh administration imposed Section 144 in 47 of the 52 districts, including Bhopal , on Thursday after protests against CAA flared up across the country. The order will remain in force till 6am on February 18.

There is a ban on assembly of five or more persons and posting objectionable content on social media. Prohibitory orders were issued on the same day that protesters scuffled with police in Khandwa and silent protests were held in many cities, including Bhopal and Indore. With reports of more protests being planned in the days ahead, the administration clamped down on Thursday evening.

Indore, Sagar and Panna are among the districts under Section 144. Bhopal district magistrate Tarun Pithode imposed prohibitory orders in the morning.

