MP CM Mohan Yadav wobbles on police horse at Ujjain festival, bullock cart saves the day

Madhya Pradesh Chief Minister Dr. Mohan Yadav had a brief “hold-your-breath” moment on Sunday when a police horse outside Kalidas Academy in Ujjain decided to test his balance. The horse apparently had its own ideas about participating in Rahgiri Anandotsav‑2026 , causing the CM to wobble precariously. Quick-thinking security personnel sprang into action, preventing what could have been an impromptu rodeo performance.

Refusing to let a horse steal the spotlight, Yadav gracefully dismounted and climbed onto a bullock cart - perhaps the safest and oldest ride in the city. From there, he mingled with the crowd, twirled a gada like a pro, and joined in traditional games. Thousands of festival-goers cheered, making it arguably Ujjain’s most entertaining Sunday in recent memory.

The Rahgiri Anandotsav-2026 featured music, entertainment, fitness drills, and traditional games, now with an unexpected dose of political slapstick. The festival drew people of all ages, including children and senior citizens, and also promoted health, community engagement, and cultural heritage.

Later in the day, Yadav inaugurated several major development projects across Ujjain. These include a modern multi-purpose sports complex at Atal Parisar Fazalpura , built at a cost of Rs 28.31 crore, a newly constructed auditorium and convention centre at R D Gargi Medical College , and other civic infrastructure works, such as bridge widening and community facilities, presumably all without needing any more rebellious horses.

Officials noted that the festival has been a regular Sunday tradition in Ujjain for years, and Yadav’s participation reinforced the government’s focus on fitness, culture, and citizen engagement. That day, Ujjain witnessed history: a CM who survived a horse’s rebellion, switched to a bullock cart, and rode straight into local folklore.