Protesting Farmers Resuming March Met with Tear Gas and Barricades at Punjab-Haryana Border

Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 11:05am on 14 Feb 2024,Wednesday India

As protesting farmers resumed their 'Delhi Chalo' march, clashes erupted at the Punjab-Haryana border, with police firing tear gas and erecting barricades. Despite a temporary ceasefire, tensions escalated as farmers vowed to continue their journey to Delhi. Security measures intensified, causing traffic chaos in Delhi for the second consecutive day. The clash reflects echoes of past protests, with farmers demanding MSP laws and loan waivers. Authorities deployed drones and water cannons to deter the farmers. Amid injuries and breathing difficulties from tear gas, farmers remain resolute, equipped for a prolonged struggle, as they approach the national capital.

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