Farmers' Protest LIVE Updates: Haryana Extends Internet Ban In 7 Districts Till Feb 17

Farmers Protest Live: Farmers are demanding to enact a law guaranteeing a minimum support price (MSP) for all crops, in line with the Swaminathan Commission report.

Farmers' Protest Live Updates: The Farmers' protest entred the third day on Thurdsday with protesters belonging to Bhartiya Kisan Union (Ekta Ugrahan) blocking the railway tracks in Punjab. The third round of talks between the farmer leaders and the government is also set to take place today at 5 pm.

The farmers have put forth 12 demands before the central government for which they're marching to Delhi. The protest this time has been called by Sanyukt Kisan Morcha (non-political) and Punjab Kisan Mazdoor Sangharsh Committee led by farmer union leaders Jagjeet Singh Dallewal and Sarwan Singh Pandher.

Amid the ongoing farmers protest, heavy security and multilayered has been deployed at the borders of the national capital and Section 144 has been imposed to averet any untoward incident.

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15 February 2024

22:57 IST

Farmers' Protest Live Updates: Noida Police Issues Traffic Advisory, Imposes Restrictions

DCP Traffic Noida issues a traffic advisory for 16th February, in view of farmers' protest. Noida DCP also issues traffic helpline number - 9971009001

Uttar Pradesh | DCP Traffic Noida issues traffic advisory for 16th February, in view of farmers' protest. Also issues traffic helpline number - 9971009001 pic.twitter.com/VCGccHJPth

— ANI (@ANI) February 15, 2024

19:49 IST

Farmers' Protest Live Updates: Internet Ban Extended In Haryana Till Feb 17

 Amid the ongoing Farmers' Protest, the Haryana government has extended the ban on internet and bulk SMS in seven districts until 11:59 pm on February 17.

19:43 IST

Farmers Protest Live Updates: Section 144 Imposed In Noida

The Gautam Buddha Nagar police have been is on high alert due to the Bharat Bandh call by the Noida United Kisan Morcha. Section 144 has been imposed in the Gautam Buddha Nagar district, and strict instructions have been issued to enforce it rigorously. This action comes in response to the Bharat Bandh call by the United Kisan Morcha. Section 144 will remain in effect throughout the district on February 16. Police will take stern action against any violators, and gatherings will not be permitted. The administration urges residents to report any disruptive elements to the police and reminds everyone that organizing events without permission is prohibited. The police will take immediate action against any unauthorized gatherings or events.

17:49 IST

Farmers' Protest Live Updates: 'Politicaly Motivated People Orchestating Unrest, Says MSP Committee Member Anand

Binod Anand, a Member of the PM MSP Committee said, "If ensuring a legal guarantee on Minimum Support Price (MSP) is deemed crucial for the country's economic advancement and the welfare of farmers, we will spare no effort to achieve this. However, when has there been a promise of legislation guaranteeing MSP? The Prime Minister has never made such a statement... These protesters are acting like hooligans, and a handful of politically motivated individuals are orchestrating this unrest... Certain factions within a particular state are exploiting farmers for their own political gains... There has been no mention of a legal guarantee for MSP... We need to formulate agricultural policies that remain relevant until 2075 to mitigate financial disparities... MSP is a multifaceted issue, and those concerned should engage in constructive dialogue with us. I assure them that if I am unable to address all their queries, I will step down from the committee... This is merely a theatrical performance, designed to sow discord and fracture the unity of our nation..."

16:26 IST

Famers' Protest Live Updates: Farmer Leader Reach Chandigarh To Hold Talks With Govt

Farmer leaders, including Jagjit Singh Dallewal, have arrived in Chandigarh for a meeting with Union Ministers. They will convene at the Mahatma Gandhi State Institute of Public Administration in Chandigarh's Sector 26.

16:14 IST

Farmers' Protest Live Updates: 3 Union Minister To Hold Talks With Farmers At 5 PM Today

Amid the ongoing farmers' protest Centre is going to hold third round of talks with farmers regarding their demands. Union ministers Piyush Giyal, Nityanad Rai and Arjun Munda will hold discussion withnfarmers at 5 pm today in Chandigarh.

15:50 IST

Farmers' Live Updates: Haryana CM Khattar Objects On Way Of Protest

Regarding the farmers' protest, Haryana CM Manohar Lal Khattar remarked, "It is everyone's right to raise demands and go to Delhi, but the intention behind it must be considered. We witnessed similar events last year, where scenes were orchestrated, leading to the occupation of various borders, causing inconvenience to all... We object to the manner in which they are protesting... Tractors are not a means of transportation; they can utilize buses or trains. Discussions should be conducted democratically to reach a solution."

15:32 IST

Farmers' Protest Live Updates: 'Congress Stands Firm With Farmers', Says Rajasthan Congress President

Regarding the Farmers' Protest, Govind Singh Dotasra, the Rajasthan Congress state president said Rahul Gandhi and Mallikarjun Kharge have unequivocally stated that if Congress comes to power, we will provide legal assurance for the Minimum Support Price (MSP). Congress steadfastly supports the peaceful protests of farmers, he added.

#WATCH | Jaipur: On farmers' protest, Rajasthan Congress state president Govind Singh Dotasra says, ".... Our leader Rahul Gandhi and also the national President Mallikarjun Kharge have very clearly and categorically said that if Congress will come to power we'll give legal… pic.twitter.com/t15NWCn3H9

— ANI (@ANI) February 15, 2024

15:02 IST

Farmers' Protest Live Updates: Farmer Leaders Hold Talks With Governemnt In Chandigarh

Farmer leaders are now in talks with government in Chandigarh on various demands including a law guaranteeing a minimum support price (MSP) for all crops, in line with the Swaminathan Commission report. Farmers are also demanding a complete debt waiver and a scheme to provide pensions to farmers and farm labourers.

14:07 IST

Farmers' Protest Live Updates: Internet Services Suspended In Punjab Till Feb 16

Internet services have been suspended in certain areas of Punjab’s Patiala, Sangrur and Fatehgarh Sahib districts till February 16 on the orders of the Ministry of Home Affairs.

14:00 IST

Farmers' Protest Live Updates: Farmers Demand Law On MSP

They are demanding to enact a law guaranteeing a minimum support price (MSP) for all crops, in line with the Swaminathan Commission report.They are also demanding a complete debt waiver and a scheme to provide pensions to farmers and farm labourers.The farmers have also urged to scrap the Electricity Amendment Bill 2020 and are demanding to reintroduce the Land Acquisition Act of 2013, ensuring consent from farmers and compensation at 4 times the collector rate.

13:50 IST

Farmers Live Updates: Third Round Of Talks Between Farmers And Centre Today

A meeting with three Union ministers will take place again on Thursday evening at 5 pm in Chandigarh to discuss the various demands of the farmers. The Centre called the farmer leaders for the third round of talks in a week, after the previous two meetings held on February 8 and 12 did not yield any results.

13:44 IST

Farmers Protest Live Updates: Farmers Sit On 'Rail Roko' Across Punjab

The Bharti Kisan Union (Ekta Ugrahan) sateged 'Rail Roko' blocking railway tracks at seven locations in Punjab on Thursday  BKU (Ekta Ugrahan) president Joginder Singh Ugrahan said the protest will continue till 4 pm today.

#WATCH | Punjab: Protesters from Rajpura, Patiala are sitting on rail tracks and blocking trains at Rajpura Railway Station. pic.twitter.com/y4ffdC4LBz

— ANI (@ANI) February 15, 2024