With the farmers hitting the roads once more, there was chaos on the roads with the safety forces erecting limitations to cease their cavalcade. On the one hand, protestors are usually not able to again out on their calls for, the central authorities is looking for a mutually acceptable answer. The third assembly between the federal government and farmer representatives that commenced at 8:30 PM yesterday concluded round 1:30 AM, lasting roughly 5 hours. Union Minister Arjun Munda said {that a} optimistic environment prevailed through the discussions between the federal government and farmer organizations. Comprehensive discussions have been held on the problems raised by the farmer organizations. The subsequent assembly is scheduled for Sunday, and efforts can be made to hunt a peaceable decision. “Today, a very positive discussion happened between the government and the farmers’ unions. Focusing on the topics highlighted by the farmers’ union, we have decided that the next meeting will take place on Sunday at 6 pm… We all will find a solution peacefully…,” Munda mentioned.
During the talks, farmer leaders weren’t prepared to just accept something under the Minimum Support Price (MSP), resulting in a scarcity of consensus within the assembly. Farmer leaders knowledgeable the ministers that tear fuel shells have been being fired at protesters, and web providers have been shut down on the Delhi border. Social media accounts of farmers have been additionally suspended. The subject of air pollution attributable to burning crop residue was raised, and farmers emphasised not placing restrictions on burning stubble. Ministers Peeyush Goyal, Arjun Munda, and Nityanand Rai rigorously listened to their issues and appealed to finish the agitation, however the farmer leaders refused to step again till a written assure on MSP was supplied.
‘Gramin Bharat Bandh’ By Protesters
Meanwhile, farmer organizations have known as for a ‘Gramin Bharat Bandh’ (Rural India Shutdown) at this time, i.e., Friday. This bandh can be in impact from 6 AM to 4 PM. Alerts have been issued in Haryana relating to the protesters, and web bans already in place in seven districts have been prolonged. Before Bharat Bandh, Section 144 was imposed in Noida as effectively.
The Indian Farmers Union, led by Rakesh Tikait, has additionally expressed assist for this rural shutdown. Rakesh Tikait mentioned they’ve mentioned the ‘Gramin Bharat Bandh’ and appealed to farmers to not go to their fields on Friday. This would ship a robust message. Tikait talked about that this can be a new ideology for the protest, a brand new strategy the place highways will not be blocked, and conferences will proceed, deciding the plan of action.
Noida Police Advisory
In anticipation of Bharat Bandh, the Noida Police has issued a visitors advisory. According to the advisory by DCP Traffic Anil Yadav, on February 16, stringent checking can be performed by inserting limitations in any respect borders connecting Greater Noida and Gautam Buddh Nagar to Delhi. This might result in elevated strain on routes from Gautam Buddh Nagar to Delhi border, and diversion can be carried out as wanted.
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— DCP Traffic Noida (@dcptrafficnoida) February 16, 2024
Traffic Advisory
Singhu border on NH-44 is inaccessible for visitors. Please observe the advisory for diversions and various routes.#DPTrafficAdvisory pic.twitter.com/pPNWpUlhY4
— Delhi Traffic Police (@dtptraffic) February 14, 2024
Delhi Police Also Appeals to the Public
Meanwhile, the Delhi Traffic Police has urged folks to test the visitors circumstances earlier than leaving their houses if they’re travelling from Delhi to Haryana, Punjab, and Himachal. According to Delhi Police, intensive checking of all automobiles will happen on Friday in any respect areas close to the Haryana and UP borders. Due to this, visitors jams might happen in numerous places. Therefore, persons are suggested to depart early and use various routes to achieve their locations.