Farmers begin protest outside sugar mill over pending payments

The police have put stringent security measures in place.

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Phagwara, Updated At : 03:18 PM Sep 19, 2024 IST

Farmers staging a protest outside the sugar mill in Phagwara on Thursday. Tribune Photo

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Farmers on Thursday began a protest outside the sugar mill, demanding payment of pending dues amounting to several crores. The farmers gathered at Dana Mandi this morning and marched in a convoy to the mill, where they staged the protest.

In response, the administration held a meeting with the farmers to discuss the issue, but no resolution has been reached so far. The farmers remain firm on their demands, while the police have put stringent security measures in place.

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