New Delhi: Farmers protesting against the federal government’s three farm laws have called for a countrywide “chakka jam” protest on February 6. They plan to block transport on highways from noon to 3 pm.
The announcement was made February 1, the day the aborted march to parliament was planned.
The protest is spearheaded by the Samyukt Kisan Morcha, an umbrella body of farmer groups.
The protest is against the internet ban in areas near their agitation sites, alleged harassment by the authorities, curtailment of power and water at their protest venues and other issues.
The farmers also expressed dissatisfaction about the union budget presented today, and said they have been “ignored”.
The fresh plans come on the heels of last week’s tractor rally, which had ended in violence and chaos, costing the farmers much of the goodwill they earned through their peaceful protest.
Source: ndtv.com