Farmers’ ‘Dilli Chalo’ March Heads to Parliament Today

Aakhir Tak – In Shorts

1. Farmers have resumed their ‘Dilli Chalo’ march today towards Parliament.
2. The march will begin at 1 pm from the Shambhu border.
3. Tight security and barricades have been set up at key routes to Delhi.
4. The primary demand is a legal guarantee for Minimum Support Price (MSP).
5. Traffic jams are expected in Delhi-NCR due to the protest.

Aakhir Tak – In Depth

Background of the Protest and Farmers’ Demands
The farmers are resuming their ‘Dilli Chalo’ march today, which will begin at the Shambhu border and head towards Parliament. The key issues being raised by the farmers include a legal guarantee for the Minimum Support Price (MSP), debt waiver, pension for farmers and farm workers, and no hike in electricity tariffs.

The March Route and Security Arrangements
Farmer leader Sarwan Singh Pandher stated that the farmers will march on foot rather than using tractors. Around 100 farmers are expected to start the march from Shambhu. Security measures, including heavy barricades and Section 144 enforcement, have been put in place at the Shambhu and Khanauri borders. The authorities have deployed paramilitary forces and water cannons to ensure peace during the march.

Farmers’ Key Demand: MSP Guarantee
Farmers have been camping at the Shambhu and Khanauri borders since February 2023, and their main demand continues to be the legal guarantee for MSP. Pandher mentioned that talks with the government broke down after February 2023, with no progress since. The farmers are determined to continue their struggle until their demands are met.

Traffic Disruptions Expected in Delhi-NCR
As the protest continues, commuters in Delhi-NCR are expected to face severe traffic disruptions. Security has been increased, and barricades have been installed at major routes leading to the capital. Schools in Ambala have been closed as a precautionary measure to avoid any disturbances.

Appeal for Peaceful Protest
Despite the tension, farmer leaders have assured the public that the march will be peaceful. Pandher emphasized that although there have been claims of farmers carrying weapons, their movement is entirely non-violent, and they aim to peacefully exercise their democratic right to protest.

Aakhir Tak – Key Takeaways to Remember

• The ‘Dilli Chalo’ march resumes today towards Parliament.
• Farmers are demanding a legal guarantee for MSP.
• Tight security and barricading have been set up at the borders.
• Traffic jams are anticipated in Delhi-NCR due to the protest.
• The farmers are committed to a peaceful protest.

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