Ahead of farmer unions' 'Bharat Bandh' call tomorrow, Haryana police issues advisory

Ahead of Samyukt Kisan Morcha's call for 'Bharat Bandh' on Monday, Haryana Police issued an advisory on Sunday stating that people may face traffic blockages on various roads and highways of the state tomorrow.

Haryana Police spokesman informed that elaborate arrangements have been put in place by the civil and police administration in Haryana according to directions of the state government.

"The primary objective of these arrangements is to maintain public peace and order, prevent any kind of violence and to facilitate the functioning of traffic and public transport systems across the state," said the spokesperson.

The SKM has given the call for 'Bharat Bandh' between 6 am and 4 pm tomorrow.

As per reports, it is expected that agitating groups may sit on a sit-in demonstration on various roads and highways and block them for some time. The national and state highways in the state may see some traffic disruptions for several hours, added the spokesperson.

He further said that all the citizens are being informed about these arrangements in advance so that they are able to plan and modify their journey accordingly, to avoid any inconvenience.

All the districts have also been asked to make necessary arrangements in this regard, he said.

The spokesperson also appealed to the farmers to raise their issues peacefully without disturbing law and order situation. "Stern action as per the law would be taken against the elements trying to disturb public order under the guise of bandh call," he added.

Meanwhile, Samyukt Kisan Morcha has assured that the bandh will be enforced in a voluntary and peaceful manner.

( With inputs from ANI )