Farmers unions, including the Samyukt Kisna and Kisan Mazdoor Morcha, have called for a nationwide strike, Bharat Bandh, on February 16 to protest against agricultural reforms and demand minimum support prices (MSPs).
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The Kisan Mazdoor Morcha and Samyukat Kisna have jointly called for a Bharat Bandh on February 16, 2024, to demand the implementation of MSP laws, address unemployment, and push for various agricultural and labor reforms. The bandh is scheduled from 6:00 AM to 4:00 PM and includes chakka jams and closures of highways and essential services. Protesters plan to use street plays, songs, and poetry to highlight their demands. The bandh has garnered support from government employees, trade unions, and roadway employees, all seeking reforms and better conditions for farmers and workers.