Tear gas shells were fired by Haryana security personnel after some young farmers were heading towards the multi-layered barricades at the Shambhu border point at Punjab and Haryana on Wednesday (February 21).

Farmers' Protest: Tear gas fired at Shambhu border after protesters try to move towards barricades

After the failure of four rounds of talks with the centre over the guarantee on the minimum support price (MSP) for crops, the Indian farmers have resumed their Delhi Chalo' march again today (Februaru 21) from Punjab-Haryana border.

Farmers' Protest: 14,000 farmers, 1,200 tractors resume march, Delhi on high alert

Farmers' Protest: Punjab government restricts movement of JCBs towards Haryana border

Farmers' Protest: 14,000 farmers resume Delhi march with 1,200 tractors

<p>The Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY), operating under the central government, has issued an emergency directive to major social media platforms, including Facebook, Instagram, Reddit, X (formerly Twitter), and Snap.</p>

<p>The directive mandates the blocking of 177 accounts and links associated with the farmers' protest, citing the need to maintain public order.</p>

<p>According to a Hindustan Times report, MeitY issued these orders following the Ministry of Home Affairs' instructions.</p>

<p>These directives, finalised on February 14 and supplemented on February 19, are temporary and will remain in effect for the duration of the protest. Social media companies are allowed to restore the blocked accounts and channels once the protest concludes.</p>

<p><a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/farmers-protest-in-india-samyukta-kisan-morcha-rejects-centres-five-year-msp-contract-offer-691742">Also read |&nbsp;Farmers' body in India rejects government's five-year MSP contract offer calling it diversion</a></p>

<h2><strong>Details of the order</strong></h2>

<p>The blocking orders encompass various platforms, including Facebook, Instagram, X, Snapchat, and Reddit. MeitY's order&nbsp;focuses specifically on 35 Facebook links, 35 Facebook accounts, 14 Instagram accounts, 42 X accounts, 49 X links, 1 Snapchat account, and 1 Reddit account. Notably, this marks the first time the government has issued a blocking order against Snap.</p>

<p>Representatives from Meta (formerly Facebook) and X engaged in a Section 69A blocking committee meeting, advocating against the wholesale blocking of channels.</p>

<p>They proposed instead the blocking of specific URLs containing objectionable content. However, the committee expressed concerns that allowing these accounts to remain active could incite public unrest.</p>

<p><strong>Also watch |&nbsp;India Farmers Protest: Proposals not in interest of farmers, they have rejected offer: Union Leaders</strong></p>

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<p>The enforcement of the emergency order resulted in the suspension of several prominent accounts, including Manoj Singh Duhan's X account from the Unionist Sikh Mission and Facebook pages supporting Lakha Singh Sidhana, a gangster-turned-politician.</p>

<p>While the total number of accounts and URLs blocked by the February 14 order remains undisclosed, it included profiles such as @kisanektamorcha and @FarmersFront on X, associated with the Kisan Ekta Morcha and Progressive Farmers Front, respectively.&nbsp;</p>

<p><em>(With inputs from agencies)</em></p>


The Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY), operating under the central government, has issued an emergency directive to major social media platforms, including Facebook, Instagram, Reddit, X (formerly Twitter), and Snap.

The Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY), operating under the central government, has issued an emergency directive to major social media platforms, including Facebook, Instagram, Reddit, X (formerly Twitter), and Snap. The directive mandates the blocking of 177 accounts and links associated with the farmers' protest, citing the need to maintain public order. According to a Hindustan Times report, MeitY issued these orders following the Ministry of Home Affairs' instructions. These directives, finalised on February 14 and supplemented on February 19, are temporary and will remain in effect for the duration of the protest. Social media companies are allowed to restore the blocked accounts and channels once the protest concludes. Also read | Farmers' body in India rejects government's five-year MSP contract offer calling it diversion Details of the order The blocking orders encompass various platforms, including Facebook, Instagram, X, Snapchat, and Reddit. MeitY's order focuses specifically on 35 Facebook links, 35 Facebook accounts, 14 Instagram accounts, 42 X accounts, 49 X links, 1 Snapchat account, and 1 Reddit account. Notably, this marks the first time the government has issued a blocking order against Snap. Representatives from Meta (formerly Facebook) and X engaged in a Section 69A blocking committee meeting, advocating against the wholesale blocking of channels. They proposed instead the blocking of specific URLs containing objectionable content. However, the committee expressed concerns that allowing these accounts to remain active could incite public unrest. Also watch | India Farmers Protest: Proposals not in interest of farmers, they have rejected offer: Union Leaders The enforcement of the emergency order resulted in the suspension of several prominent accounts, including Manoj Singh Duhan's X account from the Unionist Sikh Mission and Facebook pages supporting Lakha Singh Sidhana, a gangster-turned-politician. While the total number of accounts and URLs blocked by the February 14 order remains undisclosed, it included profiles such as @kisanektamorcha and @FarmersFront on X, associated with the Kisan Ekta Morcha and Progressive Farmers Front, respectively. (With inputs from agencies)

Farmers' protest: Indian govt blocks 177 social media accounts to uphold 'public order'

In a unique way of showing dissent, farmers grew onions on the highway divider. These farmers are camping at India's northern Punjab-Haryana border.

Farmers Protest: Indian farmers grow onions on highway as a new form of dissent

<p>A cow named Ercolina II received the blessing from Pope Francis during the Sunday Angelus at the Vatican amid widespread farmers' protests across Europe.</p>

<p>Roberto Rosati, spokesperson for Agricultural Redemption, Italy’s tractor-protest movement, said in an official statement:&nbsp;"It was a great surprise to receive an email and call from the pope’s secretary, giving us the approval to enter and attend mass in St Peter’s Square – this is an invitation that happens once in a lifetime. With this blessing, we can find the strength to win the game."</p>

<p><strong>Also read |&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/photos/in-pics-fire-and-egg-farmers-protest-spread-across-europe-converges-at-eu-summit-686145">In pics | 'Fire and egg': Farmers' protest spread across Europe converges at EU summit</a></strong></p>

<p>In a symbolic gesture, the farmers pledged to gift Pope Francis a tractor as a token of their appreciation and commitment to their cause. "Our voice will not stop, we will follow the paths of dialogue and perseverance, with dignity and conviction to reach concrete goals," they wrote in a letter to the pontiff.</p>

<p>Italian farmers, joined by their tractors, have staged protests at prominent landmarks in Rome, including the Circus Maximus and the Piazza del Campidoglio. Their grievances mirror those of their European counterparts, for issues such as declining incomes, rising costs, and challenges posed by EU measures addressing the climate crisis.</p>

<h2><strong>Between past and present: Who is Ercolina, the cow?</strong></h2>

<p>Ercolina II, the cow at the center of attention, belongs to Cristian Belloni, the owner of a cereal production company. Belloni is currently traveling across Italy with Ercolina II and sees her as an emblem of the farmers' plight.</p>

<p>The pan-Italy march by the cow&nbsp;descended from Ercolina, a key figure in protests against EU milk quotas in the late 1990s, is intended to raise awareness about the challenges faced by farmers.</p>

<p><strong>Also watch |&nbsp;Farmers' protest rock parts of Europe, turn violent in Spain</strong></p>

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<p>Belloni recently said Ercolina II was accompanying the farmers on the road "to raise awareness" about the problem, especially "given that an animal brings peace".</p>

<p>"If they want to produce synthetic milk and meat, it will cause many animals to no longer exist," he added, according to <em>The Guardian</em>.</p>

<p>But the use of the cow as protest emblem is also facing criticism from animal rights groups. They argue that bringing Ercolina II to busy urban centers causes stress and fear for the animal.&nbsp;</p>

<p><em>(With inputs from agencies)</em></p>


A cow named Ercolina II received the blessing from Pope Francis during the Sunday Angelus at the Vatican amid widespread farmers' protests across Europe. Roberto Rosati, spokesperson for Agricultural Redemption, Italy’s tractor-protest movement, said in an official statement: "It was a great surprise to receive an email and call from the pope’s secretary, giving us the approval to enter and attend mass in St Peter’s Square – this is an invitation that happens once in a lifetime.

A cow named Ercolina II received the blessing from Pope Francis during the Sunday Angelus at the Vatican amid widespread farmers' protests across Europe. Roberto Rosati, spokesperson for Agricultural Redemption, Italy’s tractor-protest movement, said in an official statement: "It was a great surprise to receive an email and call from the pope’s secretary, giving us the approval to enter and attend mass in St Peter’s Square – this is an invitation that happens once in a lifetime. With this blessing, we can find the strength to win the game." Also read | In pics | 'Fire and egg': Farmers' protest spread across Europe converges at EU summit In a symbolic gesture, the farmers pledged to gift Pope Francis a tractor as a token of their appreciation and commitment to their cause. "Our voice will not stop, we will follow the paths of dialogue and perseverance, with dignity and conviction to reach concrete goals," they wrote in a letter to the pontiff. Italian farmers, joined by their tractors, have staged protests at prominent landmarks in Rome, including the Circus Maximus and the Piazza del Campidoglio. Their grievances mirror those of their European counterparts, for issues such as declining incomes, rising costs, and challenges posed by EU measures addressing the climate crisis. Between past and present: Who is Ercolina, the cow? Ercolina II, the cow at the center of attention, belongs to Cristian Belloni, the owner of a cereal production company. Belloni is currently traveling across Italy with Ercolina II and sees her as an emblem of the farmers' plight. The pan-Italy march by the cow descended from Ercolina, a key figure in protests against EU milk quotas in the late 1990s, is intended to raise awareness about the challenges faced by farmers. Also watch | Farmers' protest rock parts of Europe, turn violent in Spain × Belloni recently said Ercolina II was accompanying the farmers on the road "to raise awareness" about the problem, especially "given that an animal brings peace". "If they want to produce synthetic milk and meat, it will cause many animals to no longer exist," he added, according to The Guardian. But the use of the cow as protest emblem is also facing criticism from animal rights groups. They argue that bringing Ercolina II to busy urban centers causes stress and fear for the animal. (With inputs from agencies)

Italy's farm distress symbol Ercolina the cow receives Pope's blessings

Indian farmers paused protests on Monday (February 19) in the northern Punjab-Haryana border. They will seek legal and agricultural advice on the five-year minimum support price plan proposed by Centre. The government proposed a five-year MSP plan after their fourth meeting with farmers.

Farmers' protest: Indian government's 5-year MSP plan for key crops explained

<p><strong>Farmers protests 2024</strong>: During the ongoing farmers' protest at the Shambhu and Khanauri points of the Punjab-Haryana border in northern India, farmer leader Sarwan Singh Pandher has urged Prime Minister Narendra Modi administration to bring an ordinance to ensure a legal guarantee for Minimum Support Price (MSP). The demand was intensified ahead of the fourth round of talks between farmer leaders and ministers in PM Modi's cabinet on Feb 18.</p>

<p>The upcoming round of talks will involve Union ministers Arjun Munda, Piyush Goyal, and Nityanand Rai alongside farmer representatives. The MSP remains a key demand for farmers encamped at the border points.</p>

<p><strong>Also read |&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/farmers-protest-indian-government-to-enter-fourth-round-of-talks-with-protestors-on-feb-18-691060">Farmers' protest: Indian government to enter fourth round of talks with protestors on Feb 18</a></strong></p>

<p>Pandher called upon the government to make "political" decisions over the MSP and called for the swift enactment of an ordinance to provide legal backing to the same. He was quoted as saying by the Press Trust of India: "If the government wants resolution of farmers' protests, then it should bring out an ordinance with immediate effect that it will enact a law on MSP, and then discussion can proceed further."</p>

<p>Addressing the issue of modalities, Pandher explained that any ordinance typically holds a six-month validity. Regarding the demand for "C2 plus 50 per cent" as per the Swaminathan Commission's recommendation, he suggested that the government could implement this under the existing "A2 plus FL" formula.</p>

<p><strong>Also watch |&nbsp;Farmers Protest 2.0: Why are farmers protesting, again?</strong></p>

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<p>Another prominent farmer leader, Jagjit Singh Dallewal, echoed Pandher's sentiments, and urged the government to introduce an ordinance that is swiftly implemented and converted into law within six months.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Pandher further criticised the government's practice of importing crops like pulses, suggesting that guaranteeing MSP on such crops would encourage local production.&nbsp;</p>

<h2><strong>Farmers' protest 2024: What are farmers demanding?</strong></h2>

<p>Farmers are pushing for their demands including a legal guarantee for MSP, implementation of the Swaminathan Commission's recommendations, pension for farmers, and various other agricultural reforms.</p>

<p>The farmers' list of demands further include issues ranging from farm debt waivers, no hike in electricity tariff, withdrawal of police cases, justice for victims of the 2021 Lakhimpur Kheri violence, reinstatement of the Land Acquisition Act - 2013, as well as the compensation for the families of farmers who died during the previous agitation in 2020-21.</p>

<p><em>(With inputs from agencies)</em></p>


Farmers protests 2024: During the ongoing farmers' protest at the Shambhu and Khanauri points of the Punjab-Haryana border in northern India, farmer leader Sarwan Singh Pandher has urged Prime Minister Narendra Modi administration to bring an ordinance to ensure a legal guarantee for Minimum Support Price (MSP).

Farmers protests 2024: During the ongoing farmers' protest at the Shambhu and Khanauri points of the Punjab-Haryana border in northern India, farmer leader Sarwan Singh Pandher has urged Prime Minister Narendra Modi administration to bring an ordinance to ensure a legal guarantee for Minimum Support Price (MSP). The demand was intensified ahead of the fourth round of talks between farmer leaders and ministers in PM Modi's cabinet on Feb 18. The upcoming round of talks will involve Union ministers Arjun Munda, Piyush Goyal, and Nityanand Rai alongside farmer representatives. The MSP remains a key demand for farmers encamped at the border points. Also read | Farmers' protest: Indian government to enter fourth round of talks with protestors on Feb 18 Pandher called upon the government to make "political" decisions over the MSP and called for the swift enactment of an ordinance to provide legal backing to the same. He was quoted as saying by the Press Trust of India: "If the government wants resolution of farmers' protests, then it should bring out an ordinance with immediate effect that it will enact a law on MSP, and then discussion can proceed further." Addressing the issue of modalities, Pandher explained that any ordinance typically holds a six-month validity. Regarding the demand for "C2 plus 50 per cent" as per the Swaminathan Commission's recommendation, he suggested that the government could implement this under the existing "A2 plus FL" formula. Also watch | Farmers Protest 2.0: Why are farmers protesting, again? × Another prominent farmer leader, Jagjit Singh Dallewal, echoed Pandher's sentiments, and urged the government to introduce an ordinance that is swiftly implemented and converted into law within six months. Pandher further criticised the government's practice of importing crops like pulses, suggesting that guaranteeing MSP on such crops would encourage local production. Farmers' protest 2024: What are farmers demanding? Farmers are pushing for their demands including a legal guarantee for MSP, implementation of the Swaminathan Commission's recommendations, pension for farmers, and various other agricultural reforms. The farmers' list of demands further include issues ranging from farm debt waivers, no hike in electricity tariff, withdrawal of police cases, justice for victims of the 2021 Lakhimpur Kheri violence, reinstatement of the Land Acquisition Act - 2013, as well as the compensation for the families of farmers who died during the previous agitation in 2020-21. (With inputs from agencies)

Farmers protest 2024: Farmers call for MSP ordinance ahead of fourth round of talks

<p>Indian Agriculture&nbsp;Minister Arjun Munda on Friday (Feb 16) said that the efforts to find a solution continue and the next round of talks between the protesting farmers and the representatives of Prime Minister Narendra Modi's government will take place on Sunday (Feb 18).&nbsp;</p>

<p>The third round of talks between farmers, who have been protesting for enactment of a law over Minimum Support Price (MSP) on the borders of Delhi, and the representatives of Prime Minister Narendra Modi's government&nbsp;ended on Thursday (Feb 15) inconclusively.</p>

<p>"This was the third meeting between the farmers and the government. Several issues and topics were raised and discussed. We will surely reach a conclusion if we will carry forward the talks peacefully. I am hopeful that we will soon find a solution. Another meeting with the farmers will be held on Sunday. We will discuss things in that meeting and will find a solution," the Union Minister was quoted as saying by the news agency ANI.</p>

<p>Munda asserted that while making the decision, they have to keep in mind all the aspects of it.</p>

<p>"The decision cannot be taken in such a way that people criticize the situation without thinking and understanding in the coming days. Rather, we should try to keep in mind all the aspects of it and discuss it. The common life of the people should not be troubled in any way," he said.</p>

<h2><strong>Indian agriculture minister slams Congress party</strong></h2>

<p>Arjun Munda, the lawmaker from the eastern state of Jharkhand who holds the portfolio of agriculture&nbsp;in the Modi cabinet said that it would be better if the talks that are being held between farmers and the government are not seen from a political viewpoint.</p>

<p><strong>Also read |&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/heres-how-farmer-protest-20-differs-from-the-2020-stir-five-points-689883">Here’s how farmers' protest 2.0 differs from the 2020 agitation: Six points</a></strong></p>

<p>"We are trying to hold talks with farmers and farmer organizations. It is better if this is not seen from a political point of view. If Congress is looking at this from a political point of view, then they should keep in mind that why did they not make decisions then on the issues that are coming up today?" the Union Minister said.</p>

<p><strong>Also watch |&nbsp;Farmers Protest: Punjab government sounds alert in hospitals near Haryana border areas</strong></p>

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<p>Meanwhile, the agitating farmers continued with their effort to enter the national capital amid&nbsp;security forces deployed at the Shambhu Border on the fourth day on Friday (Feb 16).</p>

<p>The police fired tear gas to disperse the farmers while the protestors were seen pelting stones towards the police.</p>

<p>The Samyukta Kisan Morcha (Non-Political) and the Kisan Mazdoor Morcha have given a "Delhi Chalo" call to press the BJP-led Centre to accept their demands.</p>

<p>Farmers from Punjab began their march to the national capital on Tuesday (Feb 13) but were stopped by security personnel at the Shambhu and Khanauri border points between Punjab and Haryana.&nbsp;</p>

<p><em>(With inputs from agencies)</em></p>


Indian Agriculture Minister Arjun Munda on Friday (Feb 16) said that the efforts to find a solution continue and the next round of talks between the protesting farmers and the representatives of Prime Minister Narendra Modi's government will take place on Sunday (Feb 18).

Indian Agriculture Minister Arjun Munda on Friday (Feb 16) said that the efforts to find a solution continue and the next round of talks between the protesting farmers and the representatives of Prime Minister Narendra Modi's government will take place on Sunday (Feb 18). The third round of talks between farmers, who have been protesting for enactment of a law over Minimum Support Price (MSP) on the borders of Delhi, and the representatives of Prime Minister Narendra Modi's government ended on Thursday (Feb 15) inconclusively. "This was the third meeting between the farmers and the government. Several issues and topics were raised and discussed. We will surely reach a conclusion if we will carry forward the talks peacefully. I am hopeful that we will soon find a solution. Another meeting with the farmers will be held on Sunday. We will discuss things in that meeting and will find a solution," the Union Minister was quoted as saying by the news agency ANI. Munda asserted that while making the decision, they have to keep in mind all the aspects of it. "The decision cannot be taken in such a way that people criticize the situation without thinking and understanding in the coming days. Rather, we should try to keep in mind all the aspects of it and discuss it. The common life of the people should not be troubled in any way," he said. Indian agriculture minister slams Congress party Arjun Munda, the lawmaker from the eastern state of Jharkhand who holds the portfolio of agriculture in the Modi cabinet said that it would be better if the talks that are being held between farmers and the government are not seen from a political viewpoint. Also read | Here’s how farmers' protest 2.0 differs from the 2020 agitation: Six points "We are trying to hold talks with farmers and farmer organizations. It is better if this is not seen from a political point of view. If Congress is looking at this from a political point of view, then they should keep in mind that why did they not make decisions then on the issues that are coming up today?" the Union Minister said. Also watch | Farmers Protest: Punjab government sounds alert in hospitals near Haryana border areas × Meanwhile, the agitating farmers continued with their effort to enter the national capital amid security forces deployed at the Shambhu Border on the fourth day on Friday (Feb 16). The police fired tear gas to disperse the farmers while the protestors were seen pelting stones towards the police. The Samyukta Kisan Morcha (Non-Political) and the Kisan Mazdoor Morcha have given a "Delhi Chalo" call to press the BJP-led Centre to accept their demands. Farmers from Punjab began their march to the national capital on Tuesday (Feb 13) but were stopped by security personnel at the Shambhu and Khanauri border points between Punjab and Haryana. (With inputs from agencies)

Farmers' protest: Indian government to enter fourth round of talks with protestors on Feb 18

Farmers' unions have called for a Bharat Bandh today (February 16) in India to press their demands, in view of which the police has increased its vigil on Delhi borders. Several layers of barricading has been done on the borders. The farmers' protests are an attempt to enter Delhi in a bid to pressure the Centre to accept their MSP demand.

India: Protesting farmers on nationwide strike today, Police advise commuters to avoid traffic

<p>The Delhi Police has placed an order for over 30,000 tear gas shells to augment its supplies for preventing farmers from entering the national capital as part of the ongoing 'Dilli Chalo' protest.</p>

<p>A PTI report citing police sources states that, as part of their preparation, Delhi Police has already accumulated a sizable supply of tear gas shells and has requested an additional 30,000 from the BSF's Tear Smoke Unit in Tekanpur, Gwalior, Madhya Pradesh.</p>

<p>Emphasising the determination of the police force under the Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA) to restrict protesters from entering the national capital, the news report adds that the recently ordered tear gas shells are being transported from Gwalior to Delhi.</p>

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<p>Farmers are staging a protest at Ambala, near the Shambhu border between Punjab and Haryana. They are calling for the fulfilment of a number of requests, including loan waivers and a legal guarantee on the Minimum Support Price (MSP) for crops.</p>

<p>As the Haryana Police barricades the state border to prevent the farmers' progress towards Delhi, tear gas shells have been employed, with reports indicating the use of drones to deploy some of them on the protesters.</p>

<p>Several farmers and journalists covering the protests have been hospitalised due to injuries from baton charges. There are reports of pellet guns being used by the Haryana Police, causing injuries to the protesters.</p>

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<p>As per the report, Delhi Police has made logistical arrangements to halt the farmers at the Singhu (Sonipat side), Tikri (Bahadurgarh side), and Ghazipur (Ghaziabad side) borders. Prohibitory orders under Section 144 of the Code of Criminal Procedure (CrPC) have already been imposed across the national capital for a month, prohibiting assembly of five or more people, rallies, demonstrations, and the entry of tractor-trolleys carrying people.</p>

<p><strong>Bharat Bandh on Friday</strong></p>

<p>In light of the 'Bharat Bandh' that farmer&nbsp;unions have called for this Friday, the Gautam Buddh Nagar Police simultaneously announced the implementation of restrictions under CrPC Section 144 throughout the district, including a prohibition on unannounced public meetings.</p>

<p><strong>Watch:&nbsp;Farmers Protest India: Security ramped up in Delhi</strong></p>

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<p>Commuters have been cautioned about potential traffic diversions in Noida, with a suggestion to opt for the metro rail service to minimise inconvenience.</p>

<p><em>(With inputs from agencies)</em></p>


The Delhi Police has placed an order for over 30,000 tear gas shells to augment its supplies for preventing farmers from entering the national capital as part of the ongoing 'Dilli Chalo' protest.

The Delhi Police has placed an order for over 30,000 tear gas shells to augment its supplies for preventing farmers from entering the national capital as part of the ongoing 'Dilli Chalo' protest. A PTI report citing police sources states that, as part of their preparation, Delhi Police has already accumulated a sizable supply of tear gas shells and has requested an additional 30,000 from the BSF's Tear Smoke Unit in Tekanpur, Gwalior, Madhya Pradesh. Emphasising the determination of the police force under the Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA) to restrict protesters from entering the national capital, the news report adds that the recently ordered tear gas shells are being transported from Gwalior to Delhi. Also read: India's farmers' protest: 200 unions to hold mega march in Delhi Farmers are staging a protest at Ambala, near the Shambhu border between Punjab and Haryana. They are calling for the fulfilment of a number of requests, including loan waivers and a legal guarantee on the Minimum Support Price (MSP) for crops. As the Haryana Police barricades the state border to prevent the farmers' progress towards Delhi, tear gas shells have been employed, with reports indicating the use of drones to deploy some of them on the protesters. Several farmers and journalists covering the protests have been hospitalised due to injuries from baton charges. There are reports of pellet guns being used by the Haryana Police, causing injuries to the protesters. Also read: Farmers' protest 2.0: Protesters plan to block trains As per the report, Delhi Police has made logistical arrangements to halt the farmers at the Singhu (Sonipat side), Tikri (Bahadurgarh side), and Ghazipur (Ghaziabad side) borders. Prohibitory orders under Section 144 of the Code of Criminal Procedure (CrPC) have already been imposed across the national capital for a month, prohibiting assembly of five or more people, rallies, demonstrations, and the entry of tractor-trolleys carrying people. Bharat Bandh on Friday In light of the 'Bharat Bandh' that farmer unions have called for this Friday, the Gautam Buddh Nagar Police simultaneously announced the implementation of restrictions under CrPC Section 144 throughout the district, including a prohibition on unannounced public meetings. Watch: Farmers Protest India: Security ramped up in Delhi × Commuters have been cautioned about potential traffic diversions in Noida, with a suggestion to opt for the metro rail service to minimise inconvenience. (With inputs from agencies)

Delhi Police orders 30,000 tear gas shells in anticipation of farmers' protest march towards the capital

Indian farmers vowed to continue protesting until their demands are met by the government. Farmers' unions have called for a Bharat Bandh on Feb 16 to press their demands. Farmers had embarked on the 'Delhi Chalo' march earlier this week.

Farmers' Protest: Indian farmers vow to continue protest until demands met

<p>The farmers from Punjab called for a march to the capital city after the five-hour meeting with the cabinet ministers remained inconclusive. The protesters have been demanding a law guaranteeing minimum support prices for crops, besides a host of other demands.</p>

<p>The ministers failed to reach any resolution on the main demands of the farmers, one of them being a law to guarantee a Minimum Support Price for all crops. India's Agriculture Minister Arjun Munda, along with Food and Consumer Affairs Minister Piyush Goyal held the meeting with the farmers.&nbsp;</p>

<p>After 11 pm local time on Feb 12 (Monday), both sides agreed to repeal the Electricity Act 2020 and also decided on the withdrawal of cases filed against farmers during the movement as well as compensation to farmers who were killed in Lakhimpur Kheri in the Indian state of Uttar Pradesh.</p>

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<p>However, they failed to reach a consensus on three key demands - farmer loan waiver, implementation of the Swaminathan Commission recommendations and enactment of a law for guaranteeing a Minimum Support Price for all crops.&nbsp;</p>

<h2><strong>How does the current protest differ from the past one?&nbsp;</strong></h2>

<p>1. In 2020, the farmers were protesting against the three laws which were finally repealed in 2021.</p>

<p>In 2023, 'Delhi Chalo' protest was announced with the demand of a legal guarantee to MSP for all crops, full debt waiver for farmers, withdrawal of cases filed against farmers during the 2020-21 protest, the implementation of Swaminathan Commission's formula and pension for farmers and labourers.&nbsp;</p>

<p>2. Various unions have been spearheading the farmers' protest 2.0 as the landscape of the farmers' unions has changed in the last few years.&nbsp;Delhi Chalo 2.0 has been announced by Samyukt Kisan Morcha (Non-Political) and the Kisan Mazdoor Morcha.</p>

<p>Samyukt Kisan Morcha and Bharatiya Kisan Union, which led the 2020 protest of farmers, have since split into several factions.</p>

<p><strong>Watch:&nbsp;Farmers Protest: Over 250 farmer unions participating in ongoing agitation</strong></p>

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<p>3. Rakesh Tikait and Gurnam Singh Charuni were the two main leaders who led the 2020 protest. However, they have been missing from the current protest.<br />
Sarwan Singh Pandher, general secretary of Punjab Kisan Mazdoor Sangharsh Committee and Jagjit Singh Dallewal, leader of SKM (non-political) are at the forefront now.</p>

<p>4. In 2020, the farmers had entered the national capital. However, this time the administration has adopted strict pre-emptive measures to stop them from entering Delhi. They have used nails on roads, cement barricades and barbed wire to block all roads to Delhi. The government has imposed Section 144 across the capital. The Haryana government has also sealed its borders along with Punjab.</p>

<p>5. The negotiation process before the start of the farmers' Delhi Chalo march was initiated by the government.&nbsp;</p>

<p>6.&nbsp;This time, the protesting farmers are flying kites in a bid to counter the drones deployed to drop tear gas canisters on them by police officials. They are also using barricade-proof modified tractors, and gas masks and avoiding roads and fording rivers and streams.&nbsp;</p>

<p><em>(With inputs from agencies)</em></p>


The farmers from Punjab called for a march to the capital city after the five-hour meeting with the cabinet ministers remained inconclusive. The protesters have been demanding a law guaranteeing minimum support prices for crops, besides a host of other demands.

The farmers from Punjab called for a march to the capital city after the five-hour meeting with the cabinet ministers remained inconclusive. The protesters have been demanding a law guaranteeing minimum support prices for crops, besides a host of other demands. The ministers failed to reach any resolution on the main demands of the farmers, one of them being a law to guarantee a Minimum Support Price for all crops. India's Agriculture Minister Arjun Munda, along with Food and Consumer Affairs Minister Piyush Goyal held the meeting with the farmers. After 11 pm local time on Feb 12 (Monday), both sides agreed to repeal the Electricity Act 2020 and also decided on the withdrawal of cases filed against farmers during the movement as well as compensation to farmers who were killed in Lakhimpur Kheri in the Indian state of Uttar Pradesh. Also Read: Farmers protest: Kejriwal government declines Centre's appeal to turn stadium into jail However, they failed to reach a consensus on three key demands - farmer loan waiver, implementation of the Swaminathan Commission recommendations and enactment of a law for guaranteeing a Minimum Support Price for all crops. How does the current protest differ from the past one? 1. In 2020, the farmers were protesting against the three laws which were finally repealed in 2021. In 2023, 'Delhi Chalo' protest was announced with the demand of a legal guarantee to MSP for all crops, full debt waiver for farmers, withdrawal of cases filed against farmers during the 2020-21 protest, the implementation of Swaminathan Commission's formula and pension for farmers and labourers. 2. Various unions have been spearheading the farmers' protest 2.0 as the landscape of the farmers' unions has changed in the last few years. Delhi Chalo 2.0 has been announced by Samyukt Kisan Morcha (Non-Political) and the Kisan Mazdoor Morcha. Samyukt Kisan Morcha and Bharatiya Kisan Union, which led the 2020 protest of farmers, have since split into several factions. Watch: Farmers Protest: Over 250 farmer unions participating in ongoing agitation 3. Rakesh Tikait and Gurnam Singh Charuni were the two main leaders who led the 2020 protest. However, they have been missing from the current protest. Sarwan Singh Pandher, general secretary of Punjab Kisan Mazdoor Sangharsh Committee and Jagjit Singh Dallewal, leader of SKM (non-political) are at the forefront now. 4. In 2020, the farmers had entered the national capital. However, this time the administration has adopted strict pre-emptive measures to stop them from entering Delhi. They have used nails on roads, cement barricades and barbed wire to block all roads to Delhi. The government has imposed Section 144 across the capital. The Haryana government has also sealed its borders along with Punjab. 5. The negotiation process before the start of the farmers' Delhi Chalo march was initiated by the government. 6. This time, the protesting farmers are flying kites in a bid to counter the drones deployed to drop tear gas canisters on them by police officials. They are also using barricade-proof modified tractors, and gas masks and avoiding roads and fording rivers and streams. (With inputs from agencies)

Here’s how farmers' protest 2.0 differs from the 2020 agitation: Six points

Thousands of farmers resumed their march towards the indian capital of delhi as their protests entered the second day. The farm organisations are demanding a law to guarantee minimum support price. It is a demand that was first made in 2021 - when the farmers were protesting against the now-repealed farm laws.

Farmers continue march to delhi after clashes on the shambhu border

Thousands of farmers faced off with police in a chaotic confrontation at the Punjab-Haryana border after beginning their 'Delhi Chalo' march Tuesday. The day ended with a temporary "ceasefire," but farmers have vowed to continue their march to the national capital.

Farmers Protest: Several injured in clashes between police and protesters on Shambhu border

Authorities in Delhi ramped up security measures, shutting down key borders deploying anti-riot forces to deter farmers' march attempting to enter the city. Clashesh erupted at the Shambhu border between Haryana and Punjab on Tuesday as protesters defied barricades, leading to the use of tear gas.

Farmers Protest: Security measures ramped up to prevent farmers march to Delhi

Farmers Protest: Farmers continue march to Delhi after clashes on Shambhu border

Protesters continue to march to Delhi after clashes on Shambhu border. Police fired tear gas on protesters on Punjab & Haryana border. Several injured in clashes between police and protesters. The Punjab government has issued an alert to hospitals near the Haryana border following injuries to farmers during clashes with the police at Shambhu and Khanauri borders.

Farmers protest India: Farmers continue march to Delhi; security ramped up across borders

Farmers Protest India: Security ramped up in Delhi, Punjab govt puts hospitals on alert

The Punjab government has issued an alert to hospitals near the Haryana border following injuries to farmers during clashes with the police at Shambhu and Khanauri borders.

Farmers Protest: Punjab government sounds alert in hospitals near Haryana border areas

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The Haryana government on Tuesday extended the ban on mobile internet and bulk bulk SMS services in seven districts by two days till February 15 in view of the farmers' 'Delhi Chalo' agitation.

Farmers Protest: Haryana to keep internet suspended in 7 districts till Feb 15

Police fired teargas shells at farmers who were marching to Delhi. The farmers from Punjab, Haryana and Uttar Pradesh have begun their march towards the Indian national capital after a meeting with two Union ministers over their demands remained inconclusive.

Farmers Protest: Police fires tear gas on agitating farmers

Over 200 Farmers's Union from the Indian states of Haryana, Punjab and Uttar Pradesh are headed to the national capital to stage protests. What do the farmers want? Why are they protesting?

Gravitas | 'Dilli Chalo' explained: Why are Indian farmers protesting?

<p><strong>Farmers’ protest</strong>: The Indian national capital turned into a fortress on Tuesday (Feb 13) as more than 200 farmers’ unions staged protests against the central government on borders after being denied entry for their 'Delhi Chalo' protest march. Farmers from three neighbouring states—Uttar Pradesh, Haryana and Punjab—are descending upon Delhi after their talks with two union ministers over their demands failed.&nbsp;</p>

<h2><strong>Law on Minimum Support Price (MSP) cannot be brought in a hurry, says Union&nbsp;Agriculture Minister Arjun Munda</strong></h2>

<p>Union Agriculture Minister Arjun Munda said a law guaranteeing Minimum Support Price (MSP) on crops cannot be brought in a hurry without consulting all stakeholders and urged the protesting farmer groups to have a structured discussion with the government on the issue. Munda also cautioned the protesting farmers to be "aware and alert" about some elements which could defame their protest for political benefits.</p>

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<h2><strong>Delhi Police seal Tikri border</strong></h2>

<p>The Delhi Police sealed the Tikri border on Tuesday following the clashes between Haryana Police and farmers at the Shambhu (Haryana-Punjab) border. The border was shut by blocking the movement on both carriageways with five feet long cement blocks placed along with multi-layer of barricades.</p>

<p>The Delhi Police also closed all the entry and exit points of the nearby streets and villages connecting the highway near Tikri Metro Station. Heavy police force, including three women companies of the para-military force, has been deployed at the Tikri border.</p>

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<h2><strong>Opposition leader Rahul Gandhi promises legal guarantee of Minimum Support Price (MSP) to farmers&nbsp;</strong></h2>

<p>“Farmer brothers, today is a historic day! Congress has decided to give legal guarantee of MSP to every farmer on crops as per Swaminathan Commission. This step will change the lives of 15 crore farmer families by ensuring their prosperity. This is the first guarantee of Congress on the path of justice,” Rahul Gandhi said in an X post.&nbsp;</p>

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<h2><strong>India's&nbsp;Chief Justice takes note of traffic chaos in Delhi-NCR</strong></h2>

<p>Taking note of the massive traffic jams across the national capital region on account of the farmers' 'Delhi Chalo' march, Chief Justice DY Chandrachud today said he will accommodate lawyers if they are stuck in traffic due to farmer protests. If anyone has a problem due to the traffic situation, "we will adjust," a bench comprising the CJI and Justices JB Pardiwala and Manoj Misra told lawyers at the outset of the day's proceedings.&nbsp;</p>

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<h2><strong>Farmers remove cement barricading in Haryana's Kurukshetra</strong></h2>

<p>Farmers in Haryana's Kurukshetra removed cement barricading amid clashes with police. Intense politics has also begun over the issue. Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) accused the Haryana's Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) government of using force against the farmers. "Farmers had given a notice to the (Haryana) government for this peaceful protest long back. Not only water cannons and tear gas shells were used, rubber bullets were also fired (on protesting farmers). Such security arrangement, on Punjab-Haryana border and Delhi-Haryana border, is not there even on India-Pakistan border," said AAP leader Sushil Gupta.</p>

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<p>Clashes broke out between police and farmers at the Haryana-Punjab Shambhu border as officers blasted water cannons at the farmers. Similar reports emerged from the Jind border with Punjab where police resorted to using tear gas and water cannon to disperse the crowd.</p>

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Farmers’ protest: The Indian national capital turned into a fortress on Tuesday (Feb 13) as more than 200 farmers’ unions staged protests against the central government on borders after being denied entry for their 'Delhi Chalo' protest march.

Farmers’ protest: The Indian national capital turned into a fortress on Tuesday (Feb 13) as more than 200 farmers’ unions staged protests against the central government on borders after being denied entry for their 'Delhi Chalo' protest march. Farmers from three neighbouring states—Uttar Pradesh, Haryana and Punjab—are descending upon Delhi after their talks with two union ministers over their demands failed. Law on Minimum Support Price (MSP) cannot be brought in a hurry, says Union Agriculture Minister Arjun Munda Union Agriculture Minister Arjun Munda said a law guaranteeing Minimum Support Price (MSP) on crops cannot be brought in a hurry without consulting all stakeholders and urged the protesting farmer groups to have a structured discussion with the government on the issue. Munda also cautioned the protesting farmers to be "aware and alert" about some elements which could defame their protest for political benefits. Delhi Police seal Tikri border The Delhi Police sealed the Tikri border on Tuesday following the clashes between Haryana Police and farmers at the Shambhu (Haryana-Punjab) border. The border was shut by blocking the movement on both carriageways with five feet long cement blocks placed along with multi-layer of barricades. The Delhi Police also closed all the entry and exit points of the nearby streets and villages connecting the highway near Tikri Metro Station. Heavy police force, including three women companies of the para-military force, has been deployed at the Tikri border. Opposition leader Rahul Gandhi promises legal guarantee of Minimum Support Price (MSP) to farmers “Farmer brothers, today is a historic day! Congress has decided to give legal guarantee of MSP to every farmer on crops as per Swaminathan Commission. This step will change the lives of 15 crore farmer families by ensuring their prosperity. This is the first guarantee of Congress on the path of justice,” Rahul Gandhi said in an X post. India's Chief Justice takes note of traffic chaos in Delhi-NCR Taking note of the massive traffic jams across the national capital region on account of the farmers' 'Delhi Chalo' march, Chief Justice DY Chandrachud today said he will accommodate lawyers if they are stuck in traffic due to farmer protests. If anyone has a problem due to the traffic situation, "we will adjust," a bench comprising the CJI and Justices JB Pardiwala and Manoj Misra told lawyers at the outset of the day's proceedings. Farmers remove cement barricading in Haryana's Kurukshetra Farmers in Haryana's Kurukshetra removed cement barricading amid clashes with police. Intense politics has also begun over the issue. Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) accused the Haryana's Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) government of using force against the farmers. "Farmers had given a notice to the (Haryana) government for this peaceful protest long back. Not only water cannons and tear gas shells were used, rubber bullets were also fired (on protesting farmers). Such security arrangement, on Punjab-Haryana border and Delhi-Haryana border, is not there even on India-Pakistan border," said AAP leader Sushil Gupta. #WATCH | Haryana: Protesting farmers forcibly remove the cement barricade in Haryana's Kurukshetra#FarmersProtest pic.twitter.com/qifYSpsHpv — ANI (@ANI) February 13, 2024 × Police, protesters clash at Punjab-Haryana border Clashes broke out between police and farmers at the Haryana-Punjab Shambhu border as officers blasted water cannons at the farmers. Similar reports emerged from the Jind border with Punjab where police resorted to using tear gas and water cannon to disperse the crowd. #WATCH | Police use water cannons to disperse the protesting farmers at the Haryana-Punjab Shambhu border. pic.twitter.com/TbdXCytCMX — ANI (@ANI) February 13, 2024 ×

Farmers’ protest: Delhi Police seal Tikri border after clashes between Haryana Police and farmers

Punjab, Haryana and Uttar Pradesh farmers take to the street with more than 200 farmer unions heading to Delhi. Measures have been taken by the government to not allow them to reach Delhi. Watch in for more details!

Farmers Delhi Chalo Protest: Protesting farmers march to Delhi, prohibitory orders imposed

<p>Indian National Congress (INC) leader Rahul Gandhi on Tuesday (Feb 13) promised to fulfil the farmers' key demand of a law guaranteeing Minimum Support Price (MSP) for various crops if the INDIA bloc wins upcoming general elections and comes to power.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The opposition condemned the BJP governments at the Centre and also in states for stopping protesting farmers from marching to the Indian capital of New Delhi.&nbsp;</p>

<p>MSP is announced by the government at the beginning of the sowing season for certain crops on the basis of several factors and aims at insuring agricultural producers against any sharp fall in farm prices.&nbsp;</p>

<p><strong>Also read:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/watch-indian-politician-ashok-chavans-slip-of-tongue-after-joining-bjp-he-was-immediately-corrected-689928">WATCH: Indian politician Ashok Chavan's slip of tongue after joining BJP, he was immediately corrected</a>&nbsp;</strong></p>

<p>Rahul Gandhi shared a post in Hindi on X, which is loosely translated in English as: "Farmer brothers, today is a historic day! Congress has decided to give a legal guarantee of MSP to every farmer on crops as per the Swaminathan Commission."&nbsp;</p>

<p>"This step will change the lives of 15 crore farmer families by ensuring their prosperity. This is the first guarantee of Congress on the path of justice. #KisaanNYAYGuarantee," he added.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Congress president Mallikarjun Kharge accused the Modi government of neglecting the voice of farmers after "failing" to fulfil the promises made to them over 10 years.&nbsp;</p>

<p>"If Congress comes to power at the Centre (after the Lok Sabha polls), it will ensure legal guarantee to MSP in the interest of farmers. It is our first guarantee," Kharge said during Gandhi's 'Bharat Jodo Nyay Yatra' in the Ambikapur district of Chhattisgarh.&nbsp;</p>

<p><strong>Watch:&nbsp;Farmers protest: What are the restrictions imposed in Delhi &amp; neighbouring states?&nbsp;</strong></p>

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<h2><strong>Farmers protest in Delhi NCR</strong>&nbsp;</h2>

<p>Randeep Surjewala, who is the party general secretary, said the Congress party supports the farmers' agitation and questioned why authorities were resorting to "dictatorial" behaviour by putting up barricades and converting Delhi into a "police cantonment".&nbsp;</p>

<p>Farmers from several associations, mostly from the states of Uttar Pradesh, Haryana and Punjab, had called for a protest on February 13 to demand a law guaranteeing Minimum Support Price for crops.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The farmers are also demanding the implementation of the Swaminathan Commission's recommendations, pensions for farmers and farm labourers, farm debt waiver, withdrawal of police cases and "justice" for victims of the Lakhimpur Kheri violence, reinstatement of the Land Acquisition Act, 2013, withdrawal from the World Trade Organization, and compensation for families of farmers who died during the previous 2020-21 agitation, among others.&nbsp;</p>

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Indian National Congress (INC) leader Rahul Gandhi on Tuesday (Feb 13) promised to fulfil the farmers' key demand of a law guaranteeing Minimum Support Price (MSP) for various crops if the INDIA bloc wins upcoming general elections and comes to power.

Indian National Congress (INC) leader Rahul Gandhi on Tuesday (Feb 13) promised to fulfil the farmers' key demand of a law guaranteeing Minimum Support Price (MSP) for various crops if the INDIA bloc wins upcoming general elections and comes to power. The opposition condemned the BJP governments at the Centre and also in states for stopping protesting farmers from marching to the Indian capital of New Delhi. MSP is announced by the government at the beginning of the sowing season for certain crops on the basis of several factors and aims at insuring agricultural producers against any sharp fall in farm prices. Also read: WATCH: Indian politician Ashok Chavan's slip of tongue after joining BJP, he was immediately corrected Rahul Gandhi shared a post in Hindi on X, which is loosely translated in English as: "Farmer brothers, today is a historic day! Congress has decided to give a legal guarantee of MSP to every farmer on crops as per the Swaminathan Commission." "This step will change the lives of 15 crore farmer families by ensuring their prosperity. This is the first guarantee of Congress on the path of justice. #KisaanNYAYGuarantee," he added. Congress president Mallikarjun Kharge accused the Modi government of neglecting the voice of farmers after "failing" to fulfil the promises made to them over 10 years. "If Congress comes to power at the Centre (after the Lok Sabha polls), it will ensure legal guarantee to MSP in the interest of farmers. It is our first guarantee," Kharge said during Gandhi's 'Bharat Jodo Nyay Yatra' in the Ambikapur district of Chhattisgarh. Watch: Farmers protest: What are the restrictions imposed in Delhi & neighbouring states? × Also read: Farmers protest: Kejriwal government declines Centre's appeal to turn stadium into jail Farmers protest in Delhi NCR Randeep Surjewala, who is the party general secretary, said the Congress party supports the farmers' agitation and questioned why authorities were resorting to "dictatorial" behaviour by putting up barricades and converting Delhi into a "police cantonment". Farmers from several associations, mostly from the states of Uttar Pradesh, Haryana and Punjab, had called for a protest on February 13 to demand a law guaranteeing Minimum Support Price for crops. The farmers are also demanding the implementation of the Swaminathan Commission's recommendations, pensions for farmers and farm labourers, farm debt waiver, withdrawal of police cases and "justice" for victims of the Lakhimpur Kheri violence, reinstatement of the Land Acquisition Act, 2013, withdrawal from the World Trade Organization, and compensation for families of farmers who died during the previous 2020-21 agitation, among others. (With inputs from agencies)

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Farmers' 'Delhi Chalo' March: Thousands of agitating farmers en route to Delhi

Indian farmers started their 'Delhi Chalo' march. Farmers continued their protest after they failed to reach an agreement with central govt on key issues. Security has been tightened across Delhi and its borders.

Farmers protest: What are the restrictions imposed in Delhi & neighbouring states?

Protesting farmers are persistently trying to approach the barricades set up near the Punjab-Haryana border by the Police. Section 144 has been imposed in the entire Delhi. Watch in for more details!

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