Security arrangements were tightened at the Chilla border between Delhi and Noida on Wednesday as farmer union leaders have threatened to completely block the key border point to press for repeal of the Centre’s new farm laws.
As per report by senior police officer, elaborate security measures are already in place at the Chilla border. Multi-layered barricades, jersey barriers, and additional security personnel have been deployed to ensure law and order.
He also mentions that only a small group of protesters were on a sit-in at the key border point, and the situation was largely normal.
Farmer leaders had on Tuesday said they would “make” the government repeal the new legislation, and asserted that their fight has reached a stage where they are “determined” to win no matter what.
The farmer unions are not running away from negotiations, but the government has to pay heed to their demands and come forward with concrete proposals, the leaders said.
Thousands of farmers have been camping at several Delhi border points for 21 days on the trot, causing closure of several routes.
According to the police, Singhu, Auchandi, Piau Maniyari, Sabholi, and Mangesh borders are closed. Commuters have been advised to take alternate routes via Lampur, Safiabad, and Singhu school toll tax borders, while traffic has been diverted from Mukarba and GTK road.
The Outer Ring Road, GTK road, and NH-44 should be avoided, they said.
