Amid nationwide protests by farmers from Punjab, Haryana, and Uttar Pradesh demanding legislation to ensure Minimum Support Price (MSP) guarantees, the agitation has led to a scarcity of petrol and diesel, prompting an increase in prices of fruits and vegetables. Tensions remain high on the second day of the movement, with soldiers maintaining strict vigilance on borders as farmers gear up to march towards Delhi. Yesterday's clashes between protesters and soldiers resulted in injuries on both sides, escalating the already heightened situation.
The ongoing protests have disrupted normal life, with barricades erected at borders to deter the movement of demonstrators. Farmer organizations have announced plans to block railway tracks for four hours on February 15th as part of their protest strategy. Despite efforts to quell the unrest, tensions persist as farmers stand firm on their demands for MSP legislation and other agricultural reforms.