Farmers hold protest against police 'brutality'

Meerut | Wednesday | 13th February, 2019

Summary:

The leaders launched a scathing attack on the government for "not only ignoring farmer's welfare but even using force against those demanding their rightful dues. BIJNOR: The district administration on Tuesday assured the farmers that they were committed to their welfare and promised to withdraw cases registered against them. He also showed them the cheques that were released by the mills.The farmers were pacified after receiving assurances from the administration. Brajesh Singh , SDM Bijnorexpressed regret over the lathicharge incident on February 4 and assured the farmers that dues worth Rs 43 crores would be cleared soon. The administration and police have regretted their decision to lathicharge farmers.”.