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In pictures: Tear gas, traffic jam and rising tensions as farmers' 'Delhi Chalo march' reach Delhi borders

Farmers confront authorities with gas masks and defiance, facing tear gas and clashes as they press forward towards Delhi, in a day marked by escalating tensions

Our Web Desk Published 13.02.24, 04:12 PM
Farmers move away after police fired teargas shell to disperse them during their 'Delhi Chalo' march at Punjab-Haryana Shambhu border, near Patiala, Tuesday, Feb. 13, 2024

Farmers move away after police fired teargas shell to disperse them during their 'Delhi Chalo' march at Punjab-Haryana Shambhu border, near Patiala, Tuesday, Feb. 13, 2024 PTI

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Security beefed up in Ambala: In the wake of the anticipated 'Delhi Chalo' march by protesting farmers, security personnel stand resolute, guarding the Shambhu Border from early morning in Tuesday. Heavy barricades are erected, as tension and determination rise surrounding farmers' demands for legal assurance on Minimum Support Price (MSP).

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Barricades put up at Singhu Border : A scene of fortified resistance at the Singhu border in New Delhi as authorities install multi-layered barricades, anticipating the arrival of farmers marching to press for their rights.

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Traffic Jam in Ghazipur: Amidst restrictions due to the 'Delhi Chalo' march, vehicles found themselves trapped in a gridlock at Ghazipur border. Multiple roads across Delhi saw heavy traffic jams as vehicles were being rerouted by the police.

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Vigilance at Punjab-Haryana Border: Security personnel maintained a vigilant presence from the morning at the Shambhu border in Ambala, reinforcing the fortified barriers as farmers mobilize for their journey towards Delhi.

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Security at Singhu border: A Rapid Action Force (RAF) personnel stands watchful at the Singhu border, poised to maintain order amidst the 'Delhi Chalo' march. Concrete barricades have been installed and tyre-killers (spikes) have also been kept ready as police tightened security at Delhi's Singhu.

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First tractor arrives at Shambhu border: A farmer arrives at the Shambhu border on a tractor, joining the ranks of protesters embarking on the 'Delhi Chalo' march. The tractor symbolizes the backbone of agrarian livelihoods, as farmers unite to amplify their voices for MSP assurance and agricultural reforms.

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Mobilization of farmer's in Patiala: Protesting farmers from Patiala district converge at the Shambhu border with flags, steadfast in their resolve to participate in the protest.

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Deployment at Singhu Border: Rapid Action Force (RAF) personnel stand guard at the Singhu border, reinforcing security measures ahead of the 'Delhi Chalo' march. Tense atmosphere can be seen as authorities brace for potential confrontations.

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Cops hurl teargas : Police resort to teargas to disperse farmers at the Shambhu border, near Patiala, amidst escalating tensions during the 'Delhi Chalo' march. The volatile nature of the standoff can be seen, underscoring the challenges faced by both protesters and law enforcement.

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Police officers stand guard with weapons, blocking a national highway to halt the advancing farmers' march towards New Delhi

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Chaotic scenes unfolding amid clashes between protesters and law enforcement. Farmers scatter as teargas shells are fired to disperse them during the 'Delhi Chalo' march at the Shambhu border, near Patiala.

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An injured farmer receives assistance after being affected by teargas during the 'Delhi Chalo' march at the Shambhu border, near Patiala.

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In the midst of the farmers' march towards Delhi at the Punjab-Haryana Shambhu border, near Patiala, a journalist gets hurt. He is seen being helped by others.

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