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A segment of Manipur Police commandos has initiated an 'arms down' protest following accusations that higher-ranking officers instructed them to exercise restraint after an armed group of about 200 members attacked and vandalised the residence of a senior police officer in the state capital, Imphal, on Tuesday night (Feb 27).

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The commandos are dissatisfied, claiming they were instructed not to respond with effective force against the armed group, which also abducted Additional Superintendent of Police (ASP) Moirangthem Amit and his security guard, according to individuals familiar with the situation.

The Manipur Police, in a statement on X reported, "They were later rescued from Kwakeithel Konjeng Leikai area and admitted to Raj Medicity for medical treatment. A case has been registered in this regard and an investigation has started." Two others sustained injuries.

During the gunfight, the armed group reportedly inflicted damage on Singh's house, vehicles and a clinic. 
 
Sources revealed that a large armed mob forcibly entered the gate and initiated gunfire. Singh was reportedly not at home during the attack. Upon learning of the incident, the police officer hurried home with a group of commandos, but they were intercepted by the armed group.

Videos of the gunfight circulated on social media, depicting nearby residents seeking cover amidst the sounds of automatic gunfire in the darkness.

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The army, Assam Rifles, and state police personnel eventually took control of the area. It is reported that the armed group assaulted the police officer's residence to compel him to release some of its detained members.

This incident occurred amid ethnic violence and tension in the northeastern state, where armed groups representing both the hill-majority Kuki-Zo tribes and the valley-majority Meiteis are engaged in conflicts for control near the foothills.

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The ongoing violence, stemming from disagreements over land, resources, political representation and affirmative action policies, has persisted for nine months.

The Manipur violence that commenced in May 2023 has resulted in over 200 casualties and the internal displacement of thousands.

(With inputs from agencies)

A segment of Manipur Police commandos has initiated an 'arms down' protest following accusations that higher-ranking officers instructed them to exercise restraint after an armed group of about 200 members attacked and vandalised the residence of a senior police officer in the state capital, Imphal, on Tuesday night (Feb 27).

A segment of Manipur Police commandos has initiated an 'arms down' protest following accusations that higher-ranking officers instructed them to exercise restraint after an armed group of about 200 members attacked and vandalised the residence of a senior police officer in the state capital, Imphal, on Tuesday night (Feb 27). Also read: Express train runs over people in India's Jamtara, at least 12 dead The commandos are dissatisfied, claiming they were instructed not to respond with effective force against the armed group, which also abducted Additional Superintendent of Police (ASP) Moirangthem Amit and his security guard, according to individuals familiar with the situation. The Manipur Police, in a statement on X reported, "They were later rescued from Kwakeithel Konjeng Leikai area and admitted to Raj Medicity for medical treatment. A case has been registered in this regard and an investigation has started." Two others sustained injuries. During the gunfight, the armed group reportedly inflicted damage on Singh's house, vehicles and a clinic. Sources revealed that a large armed mob forcibly entered the gate and initiated gunfire. Singh was reportedly not at home during the attack. Upon learning of the incident, the police officer hurried home with a group of commandos, but they were intercepted by the armed group. Videos of the gunfight circulated on social media, depicting nearby residents seeking cover amidst the sounds of automatic gunfire in the darkness. Manipur Police Commando lays down arms and ceased to work as the Double engine Government of BJP government failed to take any action against Arambai Tenggol who abducted Manipur Police Commando Officer. #MANIPUR_VIOLENCE #ManipurPolice #ModiGoBack#BringBackPeaceInManipur pic.twitter.com/nVshZipK0W — Vareishim22jINC (@vareishim22j) February 28, 2024 × The army, Assam Rifles, and state police personnel eventually took control of the area. It is reported that the armed group assaulted the police officer's residence to compel him to release some of its detained members. This incident occurred amid ethnic violence and tension in the northeastern state, where armed groups representing both the hill-majority Kuki-Zo tribes and the valley-majority Meiteis are engaged in conflicts for control near the foothills. Also read: Indian Navy, Narcotics Control Bureau seize 'largest' drug haul at sea The ongoing violence, stemming from disagreements over land, resources, political representation and affirmative action policies, has persisted for nine months. The Manipur violence that commenced in May 2023 has resulted in over 200 casualties and the internal displacement of thousands. (With inputs from agencies)

India: ‘Arms down’ protest by Manipur commandos over restraint order on action against armed group

At least 26 combatants and an unconfirmed number of bystanders were killed in a tribal clash in Papua New Guinea's highlands on the 18th of February. Some police and cabinet officials put the death toll between 49 and 64, taking into account the fact that bodies were still being recovered. The military had deployed about 100 troops to the area but they remain woefully outnumbered, outgunned and ineffective. The incident, in the early hours of Sunday, put an escalating internal security problem under the lens in the south pacific island nation. Recently, the strategically vital island nation has garnered close military attention from the rival powers, the United States and China.

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Farmers across Europe have renewed demonstrations to demand action from policymakers. Apart from cheap supermarket prices and low-cost imports, they are also concerned about the european union's strenuous environmental rules.

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Indian farmers took out a tractor rally on the highways leading to the national capital. They parked their tractors on expressways to create traffic disruptions.

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Hundreds of Filipino protesters marched through the capital Manila on Sunday (Feb 25), marking the 38th anniversary of the uprising which ended the brutal dictatorship of Ferdinand Marcos Sr saying that it was not just a one-time event but an ongoing movement. The groups which participated in the rally also vowed to prevent his son from repeating the dictatorship.&nbsp;

<h2>‘No to Cha-Cha’</h2>

On Sunday, various groups and government agencies staged activities across the country despite the incumbent President Ferdinand Marcos Jr, removing the People Power Revolution from the list of public holidays in 2024.&nbsp;

The move was criticised by the Campaign Against the Return of Marcoses and Martial Law (CARMMA), which includes martial law victims and freedom advocates, calling it a “travesty of history and a direct insult to the people.”&nbsp;

It also accused the Marcos Jr’s government of trying to “erase the names of those killed, disappeared and imprisoned under martial rule.”&nbsp;

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The incumbent president took office after a landslide victory in the 2022 election nearly four decades after the uprising which ousted his late father’s 20-year rule and restored democracy in the country.&nbsp;

However, critics have warned that Marcos Jr’s plan to amend the 1987 constitution could change his status as a popular leader in the country.&nbsp;

“No to Cha-Cha (charter change),” said one protest banner, on Sunday, displayed behind a mock black coffin marked “Freedom and Democracy,” according to AFP. The police in Manila said that a few hundred people joined Sunday’s march near the city’s main avenue.&nbsp;

The People Power Revolution also known as the EDSA revolution in 1986 saw a series of protests with millions of Filipinos marching along Epifanio de los Santos Avenue (EDSA) the main artery of Metro Manila against&nbsp;Macros Sr’s rule.&nbsp;

In September 1972, Marcos Sr declared martial law in the Philippines, which led to a nine-year military rule. During this time, the then-president's regime jailed, tortured or killed tens of thousands of critics, according to rights groups, not to mention the rampant corruption which left the Philippines impoverished for years.&nbsp;

In a 1975 interview with Amnesty International, Marcos Sr said over 50,000 people had been arrested under martial law from 1972-1975, including lawyers, union leaders, journalists, and so on.&nbsp;

<h2>History repeating itself?</h2>

On Sunday, 21-year-old demonstrator Giu de Sagun said he felt like he was “watching history repeat itself,” as quoted by AFP.

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Marcos Jr’s campaign plans to alter the 1987 constitution, which according to critics could lead to the abolishment of term limits, including that of the president who is currently allowed just one six-year stint in office.&nbsp;

“The theme of this protest is to reject Marcos’s charter change moves which is a move to remain (in) power...which is basically what happened 38 years ago,” economist Rosario Guzman, 58, told AFP that she had also taken part in the 1986 uprising.

However, Marcos maintains that he has sought to amend the charter’s economic provisions to allow more foreign investment aimed at creating more jobs, while political aspects, including term limits, should be tackled later.

(With inputs from agencies) 
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Hundreds of Filipino protesters marched through the capital Manila on Sunday (Feb 25), marking the 38th anniversary of the uprising which ended the brutal dictatorship of Ferdinand Marcos Sr saying that it was not just a one-time event but an ongoing movement.

Hundreds of Filipino protesters marched through the capital Manila on Sunday (Feb 25), marking the 38th anniversary of the uprising which ended the brutal dictatorship of Ferdinand Marcos Sr saying that it was not just a one-time event but an ongoing movement. The groups which participated in the rally also vowed to prevent his son from repeating the dictatorship. ‘No to Cha-Cha’ On Sunday, various groups and government agencies staged activities across the country despite the incumbent President Ferdinand Marcos Jr, removing the People Power Revolution from the list of public holidays in 2024. The move was criticised by the Campaign Against the Return of Marcoses and Martial Law (CARMMA), which includes martial law victims and freedom advocates, calling it a “travesty of history and a direct insult to the people.” It also accused the Marcos Jr’s government of trying to “erase the names of those killed, disappeared and imprisoned under martial rule.” Also Read | Japan New Year earthquake: Tokyo to spend additional $660 million in rebuilding affected areas The incumbent president took office after a landslide victory in the 2022 election nearly four decades after the uprising which ousted his late father’s 20-year rule and restored democracy in the country. However, critics have warned that Marcos Jr’s plan to amend the 1987 constitution could change his status as a popular leader in the country. “No to Cha-Cha (charter change),” said one protest banner, on Sunday, displayed behind a mock black coffin marked “Freedom and Democracy,” according to AFP. The police in Manila said that a few hundred people joined Sunday’s march near the city’s main avenue. The People Power Revolution also known as the EDSA revolution in 1986 saw a series of protests with millions of Filipinos marching along Epifanio de los Santos Avenue (EDSA) the main artery of Metro Manila against Macros Sr’s rule. In September 1972, Marcos Sr declared martial law in the Philippines, which led to a nine-year military rule. During this time, the then-president's regime jailed, tortured or killed tens of thousands of critics, according to rights groups, not to mention the rampant corruption which left the Philippines impoverished for years. In a 1975 interview with Amnesty International, Marcos Sr said over 50,000 people had been arrested under martial law from 1972-1975, including lawyers, union leaders, journalists, and so on. History repeating itself? On Sunday, 21-year-old demonstrator Giu de Sagun said he felt like he was “watching history repeat itself,” as quoted by AFP. Also Read | Philippines President Marcos under fire for taking presidential helicopter to Coldplay concert Marcos Jr’s campaign plans to alter the 1987 constitution, which according to critics could lead to the abolishment of term limits, including that of the president who is currently allowed just one six-year stint in office. “The theme of this protest is to reject Marcos’s charter change moves which is a move to remain (in) power...which is basically what happened 38 years ago,” economist Rosario Guzman, 58, told AFP that she had also taken part in the 1986 uprising. However, Marcos maintains that he has sought to amend the charter’s economic provisions to allow more foreign investment aimed at creating more jobs, while political aspects, including term limits, should be tackled later. (With inputs from agencies)

‘History repeating itself?’: Filipinos oppose Marcos’ charter change plans on anniversary of uprising

The Samyukt Kisan Morcha (SKM), which led the 2020-21 famers' protests against the now repealed farm laws and was not a part of the 'Delhi Chalo' march to the Capital, has now jumped into the agitation, which will resume on Friday.

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India's farmer leaders have decided to mobilize farmers nationwide on a range of demands including India's withdrawal from the World Trade Organization. Thousands of Indian farmers have been protesting against the central government for days. They are demanding a legal guarantee on the Minimum Support Price for 23 crops and farm loan waivers among other things.

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Thousands of protesting farmers in India have put their march to Delhi on hold for two days. The decision was prompted by the death of a 22 year old protester on the Punjab-Haryana Khanauri border.

Indian farmers pause march to Delhi after protester’s death

Thousands or protesting farmers in India have put their march to Delhi on hold for two days. The decision was prompted by the death of 22-year-old protester during the clashes at Punjab-Haryana border Khanauri. Watch to know more!

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India's protesting farmers have rejected the government's meeting proposal after one of the protesters died amid the violent clashes. The farmers resumed their march after talks with the government failed. Earlier, Indian authorities appealed for protesting farmers to engage in another round of talks, after the standoff with police intensified.

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As protesting farmers resumed their 'Delhi Chalo' march on February 21, Union agriculture minister, Arjun Munda, invited farmer groups for a fifth round of talks, while urging them to find a solution through 'dialogue'.

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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.

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<h2>Details of the order</h2>

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.

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.

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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.&nbsp;

(With inputs from agencies)

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'

Indian farmers have rejected the centre's proposal on minimum support price. With this, the protesting farmers will resume their journey to the capital, Delhi. The demonstrations come just months ahead of the general elections. We decode how will this back and forth impact BJP'S prospects.

Farmers Protest: Thousands of farmers to resume march to Delhi on February 21

Thousands of farmers to resume march to Delhi on February 21

To focus where thousands of farmers from India's northern states will resume their protest march to Delhi on Wednesday. The announcement came after agitating Farmers rejected a central government's proposal offering minimum support prices on five crops through cooperatives the farmers are demanding a legal guarantee of the minimum support price on 23 crops.

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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.

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Amid the ongoing farmers' protest, the Haryana government on Saturday (Feb 17) extended the suspension of mobile internet services in seven districts by two more days.

As per the notification released by the state government, the mobile internet, bulk SMS and all dongle services will be blocked in seven districts till Monday (Feb 19).

The affected districts are Ambala, Kurukshetra, Kaithal, Jind, Hisar, Fatehabad and Sirsa.&nbsp;

Earlier, the Manohar Lal Khattar-led government had extended the ban on mobile internet on February 13 and 15.

The protesting farmers have stayed put at Shambhu and Khanauri points on Punjab’s border with Haryana as the demonstration enters the sixth day.

<h2>Govt requests time for talks</h2>

Punjab Kisan Mazdoor Sangharsh Committee leaders on Sunday (Feb 18) said that the Centre had asked for some time to discuss the matter with the union ministers.

"It is our sixth day at the Shambhu border. Today we are also holding a fourth round of talks with the government. The government has asked for some time and said that it will discuss the matter with the union ministers and find a solution to it," the committee's general secretary Sarvan Singh Pandher said on Sunday.

Earlier, Union Agriculture Minister Arjun Munda on Friday (Feb 16) stated that negotiations with farmers will resume on Sunday and that the efforts to find a solution are still ongoing.

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In the midst of the impasse between protestors and security forces on the Punjab-Haryana border, the third round of negotiations with the central government concluded on Thursday.

"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 had said.

Munda said that they will have to consider all relevant factors while making the decision.

"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 added.

<h2>Farmers' protest 2024: What are farmers demanding?</h2>

Farmers are demanding legal guarantee for MSP, implementation of the Swaminathan Commission's recommendations, pension for farmers, and various other agricultural reforms.

The farmers' list of demands also includes issues ranging from farm debt waivers, no hike in electricity tariff, withdrawal of police cases against protesting farmers, justice for victims of the 2021 Lakhimpur Kheri violence, reinstatement of the Land Acquisition Act - 2013, as well as compensation for the families of farmers who died during the previous agitation in 2020-21.

(With inputs from agencies)

Amid the ongoing farmers' protest, the Haryana government on Saturday (Feb 17) extended the suspension of mobile internet services in seven districts by two more days.

Amid the ongoing farmers' protest, the Haryana government on Saturday (Feb 17) extended the suspension of mobile internet services in seven districts by two more days. As per the notification released by the state government, the mobile internet, bulk SMS and all dongle services will be blocked in seven districts till Monday (Feb 19). The affected districts are Ambala, Kurukshetra, Kaithal, Jind, Hisar, Fatehabad and Sirsa. Earlier, the Manohar Lal Khattar-led government had extended the ban on mobile internet on February 13 and 15. The protesting farmers have stayed put at Shambhu and Khanauri points on Punjab’s border with Haryana as the demonstration enters the sixth day. Govt requests time for talks Punjab Kisan Mazdoor Sangharsh Committee leaders on Sunday (Feb 18) said that the Centre had asked for some time to discuss the matter with the union ministers. "It is our sixth day at the Shambhu border. Today we are also holding a fourth round of talks with the government. The government has asked for some time and said that it will discuss the matter with the union ministers and find a solution to it," the committee's general secretary Sarvan Singh Pandher said on Sunday. Earlier, Union Agriculture Minister Arjun Munda on Friday (Feb 16) stated that negotiations with farmers will resume on Sunday and that the efforts to find a solution are still ongoing. Also read: India: Phones, spy cam found in Khalistani separatist Amritpal Singh’s jail cell in Assam In the midst of the impasse between protestors and security forces on the Punjab-Haryana border, the third round of negotiations with the central government concluded on Thursday. "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 had said. Munda said that they will have to consider all relevant factors while making the decision. "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 added. Farmers' protest 2024: What are farmers demanding? Farmers are demanding legal guarantee for MSP, implementation of the Swaminathan Commission's recommendations, pension for farmers, and various other agricultural reforms. The farmers' list of demands also includes issues ranging from farm debt waivers, no hike in electricity tariff, withdrawal of police cases against protesting farmers, justice for victims of the 2021 Lakhimpur Kheri violence, reinstatement of the Land Acquisition Act - 2013, as well as compensation for the families of farmers who died during the previous agitation in 2020-21. (With inputs from agencies)

Farmers' protest: Haryana government extends ban on mobile internet services

Protesting farmers in India are continuing their march towards Delhi. It was the third of the 'Delhi Chalo' march. Several farmers also blockaded railway tracks in Punjab state. In parallel efforts, the government is trying to negotiate with the farmers.

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Protests by farmers, primarily from Punjab and Haryana, have intensified at the Shambhu border as they clashed with the police in an attempt to cross over to Delhi. The farmers are demanding that the Centre guarantee minimum support prices (MSP) for their crops. These protests have seen escalating tensions, with instances of violence breaking out as farmers clashed with law enforcement.

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Numerous significant farmers' unions have pledged their support to the farmer unions protesting at the borders of Shambhu and Khanauri in Punjab. The Bharatiya Kisan Union (Ugrahan) and BKU Dakaunda (Dhaner faction) have announced a "rail roko" (stop trains) in the state on Thursday, February 15, between 12 noon and 4 pm.

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