Led by the Samyukt Kisan Morcha, thousands of farmers are set to embark on a march from Noida to Delhi. A high-level meeting with the administration took place just a day before this protest. For a long time, Noida farmers have been demonstrating against the three authority bodies of Noida. They have raised the slogan 'March to Delhi' after Sunday's talks fell through, planning to besiege Parliament. The farmers' organizations demand 10% developed plots and benefits from the new land acquisition laws for those affected by land acquisitions.
Following the farmers' declaration, both Noida and Delhi police have been put on high alert, with barricades established at numerous points. Multiple farmer leaders are currently under watch, and all borders adjacent to Noida have seen increased barricading. There’s a coordinated effort between Noida and Delhi police to manage metro travel recommendations.
The roads leading to Delhi are heavily congested, with traffic coming to a standstill at the Chilla Border. Meanwhile, determined farmers continue their march towards Delhi. Police have been deployed rigorously at the Delhi-Noida and Chilla Borders to prevent disturbances. Heavy jams from early morning hours can be observed there.
What Happened Yesterday?
On Sunday, officers from the Samyukt Kisan Morcha met with high-ranking district administration, police, and Noida Authority officials. The meeting, held in the auditorium of the Yamuna Development Authority, lasted around three hours but resulted in no breakthrough. Farmers claim the officials did not provide concrete assurances.
What Are the Farmers' Demands?
According to the new regulations, farmers demand four times the compensation for land acquired after January 1, 2014. Circle rates have not increased for ten years in Gautam Buddha Nagar; hence, the benefits of new land acquisition laws should be implemented here. Farmers want 10% developed plots in exchange for acquired land and compensation at a rate of 64.7%. The demands also include jobs and redevelopment benefits for the children of landowners and landless farmers. Recommendations of the High Power Committee should be enforced, and proper resolution of populated areas should be achieved. These decisions are to be taken at the governance level.
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Since When Is the Protest Ongoing?
Noida farmers plan to march towards Delhi on Monday, December 2. Due to their demand for resolving population issues, they have been protesting against the three authorities—Noida, Greater Noida, and Yamuna Authority. Initially, a grand assembly was held, followed by demonstrations outside the Greater Noida Authority on November 27 and the Yamuna Development Authority from November 28 to December 1. Discussions with officials took place during this period, but with no agreement. In the third and final phase of the movement, farmers announced a march to Delhi during the Parliament session on December 2.
Who Are Leading the Farmers' March?
The Bharatiya Kisan Parishad (BKP) in collaboration with the Kisan Mazdoor Morcha (KMM) and Samyukt Kisan Morcha (SKM) among others has announced a march to Delhi on Monday. Under the leadership of BKP’s Sukhbir Khalifa, the first batch will commence its march from under Noida's Mahamaya Flyover at noon on December 2.
What's the Farmers' Plan?
Protesting farmers will first assemble by Mahamaya Flyover at noon and then join the march towards Delhi driving tractors. Farmers from 20 districts, including Gautam Buddha Nagar, Bulandshahr, Aligarh, and Agra, will participate in this Delhi march.
What Are the Traffic Alerts?
In view of the farmers' march to Delhi, police have issued traffic advisories. A substantial police force is deployed at various points across the district. Heavy police presence is also seen at the Noida-Delhi border. To stop the farmers, police from stations and the PAC have been positioned at Delhi’s border. Barriers are enforced there, and vehicles are being checked. Several routes have been diverted.
Jam Expected on Expressway
Traffic on routes associated with the Noida-Delhi border might increase significantly today. This has prompted traffic police to divert several roads. Commuters are advised to use the metro as much as possible to avoid traffic. The movement of all kinds of freight vehicles is restricted on the roads through Yamuna Expressway, Noida-Greater Noida Expressway heading towards Delhi, and from Sirsa through Pari Chowk to Surajpur. Alternative routes should be used to avoid inconvenience.
Which Roads Are Diverted?
1- Vehicles heading from Chilla Border to Greater Noida can take the Sector 14A Flyover to Multan Chakkar Sector 15 via Sandeep Paper Mill roundabout and Jungpura roundabout to their destination.2- Vehicles crossing from DND Border to Delhi can use the elevated route through the Film City Flyover, passing through Sector 18 to reach their destination.3- Vehicles coming from Mahamaya Flyover on the Kalindi Border to Delhi from Sector 37 can follow routes to their destination.4- For those traveling from Greater Noida to Delhi, a diversion at Charkha roundabout via Kalindi Kunj towards their destination is available.5- Vehicles from Greater Noida heading to Delhi can follow the Hajipur underpass towards Kalindi Kunj via Sector 51, proceeding from Sector 60 through Model Town to reach their destination.6- Traffic on the Yamuna Expressway heading to Delhi can exit towards Khurja at Jewar Toll, passing through Jahangirpuri to their destination.7- Vehicles exiting from Peripheral Expressway through Sirsa, Pari Chowk to Delhi are advised to not alight at Sirsa but proceed via Dadri, Dasna to their destination.8- During traffic diversions, emergency vehicles will safely proceed to their destination.
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When Will Farmers from Punjab to Delhi March?
Farmers from Punjab and Haryana will march to Delhi on December 6. Farmer leader Sarwan Singh Pandher stated that on December 6, farmer leaders will march from the Shambu and Khanauri Borders at the Punjab and Haryana boundaries to Delhi.
Pandher expressed that the central government has yet to engage with farmers on their issues, including their demand for legal guarantees on MSP (Minimum Support Price). He reported that the first group of farmers is scheduled to leave Shambu Border for Delhi on December 6, with leaders like Satnam Singh Pannu, Surinder Singh Chhotala, Surjeet Singh Phool, and Baljinder Singh carrying essential supplies for a peaceful march. Their route will include stops at Ambala's Jaggi City Center, Mohta Grain Market, and Khanpur Jattan in Haryana before advancing to Delhi. This group plans to travel from 9 AM to 5 PM, camping out overnight on the roadside.
When Did the Sit-In at Delhi Border Begin?
Farmers under the banners of Samyukt Kisan Morcha (non-political) and Kisan Mazdoor Morcha (KMM) have been staging a sit-in at Shambu and Khanauri Borders since February 13, 2024. Security forces obstructed their Delhi march, and they have been persistently protesting at these borders for 293 days.
What Do Farmers Accuse?
Pandher reports that since February 18, the government has avoided discussions with farmers. The government evades talks with them. They reject contract farming in agriculture and demand a legal guarantee for MSP on crops.
Other Demands of Farmers
As part of the farmer’s movement, demands include loan waivers for farmers, pensions for farmers and farmworkers, no increase in electricity rates, withdrawal of police cases, justice for Lakhimpur Kheri violence victims in 2021, reinstatement of the Land Acquisition Act 2013, and compensation for families of farmers who were martyred during the 2020-21 movement.
