Farmers in India have intensified their protests against agricultural reforms, leading to heightened security measures in New Delhi [Firstpost]. Massive traffic jams were seen in the city as barricades were set up to prevent the farmers' march [Latestly]. The protests have been ongoing for several months, with the farmers demanding the repeal of new laws that they believe will hurt their livelihoods [Hindustan Times]. Tear gas was deployed by the police to disperse the protesters, leading to clashes between them and the security forces [France 24]. Tear gas was even dropped from drones to control the protests [Sky News].
The farmers' march, known as "Delhi Chalo," is part of a larger movement against three laws that were passed last year [Firstpost]. The laws aim to liberalize farming in India, allowing private investors to enter the agricultural sector [Channel News Asia]. However, the farmers fear that this will lead to the exploitation of small farmers by big corporations [France 24].
The protests have led to a multi-layered security deployment in Delhi, with concrete barricades and enhanced police presence [Latestly]. The Delhi Metro Rail Corporation has also closed multiple gates at eight metro stations [Latestly]. Security has been heightened at the borders of Delhi and in neighboring states, such as Haryana and Punjab [Hindustan Times]. Clashes between the farmers and the police have occurred at various border points, with tear gas and water cannons being used to disperse the protesters [Latestly].
The farmers are demanding the implementation of a minimum support price (MSP) for their agricultural products, which would provide them with a guaranteed income [Hindustan Times]. The issue of the MSP has been a key point of contention between the farmers and the government [Hindustan Times]. The farmers are also demanding the repeal of the new agricultural laws and the release of protesters who have been arrested during earlier demonstrations [ABC News].
The protests have caused widespread disruption, with major roads and highways being blocked [Hindustan Times]. The farmers have vowed to continue their protests until their demands are met [Canberra Times]. The government has held talks with farmer leaders, but no resolution has been reached so far [Marketscreener].
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