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\nIndian farmers have persisted with their protests as they march towards the capital, Delhi, on the 25th day of their movement. Despite facing resistance from Haryana police, the farmers remain firm in their demands, rejecting the govt\u2019s proposed new agricultural laws.
\nThe Delhi Police\u2019s denial of permission did not halt the farmers\u2019 march towards Jantar Mantar, where they began their demonstration. However, the authorities responded swiftly, initiating arrests of protesting farmers.
\nThe farmers\u2019 leaders have called for a massive demonstration in Delhi on March 14th, intensifying pressure on the govt. This call for a \u201cMaha Panchayat\u201d is expected to draw even larger crowds to the protest site.
\nAmidst the arrests, the protesters complained of further delays in addressing their demands, especially regarding the soaring prices of crops.
\nThey accused the Delhi Police of treating the arrests as mere theatrics, deflecting from the need for genuine dialogue.
\nThe Modi govt has tightened security along Delhi\u2019s borders and deployed additional police forces. Critics warn that such measures could escalate tensions further.
\nAnalysts suggest that Prime Minister Narendra Modi should refrain from arguing with the protesting farmers, especially with federal elections looming. However, the farmers have already announced plans for a nationwide rail blockade on March 10th, indicating their determination to continue the struggle.
\nEven as the Indian Supreme Court refuses to intervene in the farmers\u2019 demands, the crisis has only worsened the already dire situation in Punjab, with shortages of diesel and cooking gas affecting the populace.
\nThis long-running standoff points to the ever-growing divide between the Indian govt and its agrarian community. Critics accuse the Modi administration of disregarding farmers\u2019 rights and stifling dissent, while the judiciary\u2019s perceived inaction adds to the farmers\u2019 grievances.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
New Delhi Indian farmers have persisted with their protests as they march towards the capital, Delhi, on the 25th day of their movement. Despite facing resistance from Haryana police, the farmers remain firm in their demands, rejecting the govt\u2019s proposed new agricultural laws. The Delhi Police\u2019s denial of permission did not halt the farmers\u2019 march […]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":2,"featured_media":392831,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[6],"tags":[],"class_list":{"0":"post-392822","1":"post","2":"type-post","3":"status-publish","4":"format-standard","5":"has-post-thumbnail","7":"category-world"},"yoast_head":"\n