In anticipation of the ‘Dilli Chalo’ or ‘Chalo Delhi’ march organized by protesting farmers, the Delhi Traffic Police has released an advisory for commuters. The police have announced diversions around the Singhu Border, which connects Delhi with Haryana. A large number of farmers from Punjab, Haryana, and Uttar Pradesh are expected to participate in the march scheduled for February 13 (Tuesday). They are rallying to demand legislation ensuring the Minimum Support Price (MSP) for their agricultural produce, a key condition set during their withdrawal of protests in 2021.
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Farmers protest LIVE: Here are 10 demands of KMM and SKM-NP
Here’s a list of 10 demands of Kisan Mazdoor Morcha (KMM) and Samyukt Kisan Morcha-Non Political (SKM-NP).
- Enact a legally bound Minimum Support Price Law.
- Withdraw all cases filed nationwide against agitators during the 2020-21 farmers’ protest.
- Justice for Lakhimpur Kheri victims.
- Repeal Electricity (Amendment) Act, 2023
- Implement Swaminathan Commission Report MSP on C2 + 50% formula.
- Waive off the loans on the entire farming and labourer community nationwide.
- India should quit the World Trade Organisation.
- End reducing import duty on agricultural goods
- Promise to increase import duty and benefit Indian farmers.
- Revive Pre-2013 Land Acquisition Act.
- Section 144 Imposed in Delhi: Section 144 has been imposed across Delhi ahead of the farmers’ planned march to the capital on February 13. Police barricades have been set up at the Ghazipur border in anticipation of the protest.
- Traffic Advisory by Delhi Police: Delhi Traffic Police has issued an advisory for commuters, especially around the Singhu Border, where diversions will be in place due to the farmers’ protest.
- First Round of Talks Concluded: Haryana Home Minister Anil Vij announced that the first round of talks between farmers and the government has concluded, with discussions being held in Chandigarh. Further rounds of talks are expected soon.
- Border Sealing: Haryana and Rajasthan have sealed their borders with Punjab in anticipation of the farmers’ march. Prohibitory orders under Section 144 have been enforced in several districts.
- Demands of Farmers: Farmers’ leaders have demanded the release of detained supporters and highlighted ten key demands, including the enactment of a law guaranteeing Minimum Support Price (MSP) and justice for the Lakhimpur Kheri victims.
- Extension of Bail: The Supreme Court has extended interim bail for Ashish Mishra, a key figure in the Lakhimpur Kheri violence case, until the next hearing. Mishra is the son of Union Minister Ajay Mishra.
- Internet Suspension: Haryana has suspended mobile internet and bulk SMS services in several districts until February 13, citing security concerns related to the farmers’ protest.
- Preparations for Protests: Farmers are gearing up for protests across Delhi, demanding guaranteed minimum crop prices. Security measures have been intensified at Delhi borders, including Singhu, Ghazipur, and Tikri.
- Centre-Farmer Talks: Union ministers are scheduled to meet with farmer leaders in Chandigarh to discuss their demands.
- Political Responses: Various political figures, including Subramanian Swamy and Karnataka Deputy Chief Minister DK Shivakumar, have weighed in on the protest, criticizing the government’s handling of the situation and expressing solidarity with the farmers.
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These updates provide a snapshot of the ongoing developments surrounding the farmers’ protest, as tensions escalate ahead of the planned march to Delhi.