Farmers Resume March to Delhi from Haryana Border

Aakhir Tak – In Shorts

1. Farmers resumed their Delhi march from Haryana’s Shambhu border, breaking police barricades.
2. Tear gas was used by Haryana Police to disperse the protesters, and one farmer was detained.
3. Protesters reiterated their demands for a legal guarantee of MSP and other key issues.
4. Internet services were suspended in Ambala, and Section 144 was imposed.
5. Farmer leaders appealed for peaceful protests and called for renewed government talks.

Aakhir Tak – In Depth

Farmers Resume March to Delhi Amid Tensions

After nine months of protests at Haryana’s Shambhu border, farmers resumed their march to Delhi, breaking police barricades. Tear gas shells were fired to control the situation, and one farmer was detained. The primary demand remains the legal guarantee for Minimum Support Price (MSP).

Key Demands of Farmers

Farmers are also demanding debt waivers, pensions, justice for victims of the 2021 Lakhimpur Kheri incident, and the restoration of the Land Acquisition Act, 2013. Compensation for families of deceased farmers from the 2020-21 protests is also on the agenda.

Communication Breakdown with Government

Farmer leader Sarwan Singh Pandher expressed frustration over the stalled communication with the government since February. He called for renewed discussions to address their grievances.

Enhanced Security Measures

Heavy security measures, including drones, water cannons, and paramilitary forces, were deployed in Ambala. Internet services were suspended, and Section 144 was imposed, restricting public gatherings.

Promise of Peaceful Protest

Pandher assured the administration of a peaceful march, refuting allegations of carrying weapons. He emphasized the farmers’ right to protest democratically.

Aakhir Tak – Key Takeaways to Remember

• Farmers demand MSP legal guarantees and resumed their march to Delhi.
• Tear gas was used to control protesters, and internet services were suspended in Ambala.
• Farmer leaders stressed peaceful protests and urged the government to resume talks.

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