Wheat protests
The crackdown on farmers protesting in Lahore and several other cities against the government’s ‘flawed’ wheat procurement policy and delays in the commencement of the grain’s official purchases in Punjab is deplorable.
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The crackdown on farmers protesting in Lahore and several other cities against the government’s ‘flawed’ wheat procurement policy and delays in the commencement of the grain’s official purchases in Punjab is deplorable.
The farmers protesting at the Shambhu border have adopted a unique tactic of flying kites to counter police drones dropping tear gas shells. The Haryana Police's use of drones to deter the farmers from entering the state and heading towards Delhi has led to clashes, with tear gas and water cannons being used. Meanwhile, Punjab authorities have objected to the use of drones in their territory. The farmers continue their 'Delhi Chalo' protest, demanding MSP laws and other concessions, despite calls for dialogue from Union Agriculture Minister Arjun Munda.
India News: Farmers from all around the country are marching towards Delhi to demand a legal guarantee for Minimum Support Price (MSP) for crops and other key demands. Find out more about their demands and the ongoing protest.
Dozens of protesting famers had to be rushed to government health centres owing to injuries caused by tear gas.
Farmers Protest in Sangrur: The agitation entered its 11th day as protesting farmers are still waiting for their demands to be accepted by the Punjab government.