In protest against the alleged indecent remarks of the former minister, the Bharatiya Kisan Union (BKU) held strong demonstrations in many districts on Friday, which turned violent at many places. During the demonstration in Hathras, a heated clash was witnessed between BKU workers and the police. The situation became so bad that amidst the scuffle, a vehicle ran over the inspector’s leg, due to which he was seriously injured. Angry protesters also targeted and vandalized police vehicles.
Attempt to stop farmers at Gabhana toll plaza
At the same time, an attempt was made to stop the farmers marching towards Hapur at Gabhana toll plaza in Aligarh, but there too the situation went out of control. The workers gathered in large numbers, thwarting the efforts of the police, crossed the toll and moved ahead. After this incident, the administration has increased security in Hapur and surrounding areas including Bulandshahr and a large number of police forces have been deployed.
Actually, this controversy started due to the remarks made by former minister Madan Chauhan on farmer leaders during the inauguration program of a dhaba a few days ago. Angered by this statement, BKU had announced to siege his residence. Under this, farmers from different districts moved towards Hapur on Friday. There was a heated argument between police officers and farmer leaders in Hathras, but the protesters were not ready to back down.
The tension increased further when the crowd tried to break the police cordon. Meanwhile, a vehicle ran over the feet of a police officer and after this the situation worsened. The angry mob also damaged an officer’s car.
Heavy police force outside former minister’s residence in Garhmukteshwar
As a precautionary measure, heavy police force has been deployed outside the residence of the former minister in Garhmukteshwar. In view of the possibility of conflict, police from several police stations have been called to the spot. It is being told that this dispute has gradually taken the form of a big movement after a debate in Salarpur.
Meanwhile, hundreds of farmers from many districts including Lucknow, Hardoi, Sambhal and Badaun have reached Garhmukteshwar. Although the police have placed some leaders under house arrest, the administration’s concern has increased due to the ever-increasing crowd. The whole matter has now taken a political color and there is a tense atmosphere in the area.
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