NEW DELHI: The Gautam Buddh Nagar Police announced that restrictions under CrPC Section 144 would be imposed across the district due to the Bharat Bandh called by farmers’ unions on Friday. The police advised commuters traveling to and from Delhi to be aware of traffic diversions in Noida and suggested using the metro rail service whenever possible to avoid inconvenience.
The decision was made in response to the planned protest marches organized by the farmers’ body Samyukta Kisan Morcha (SKM) and other unions.The Bharatiya Kisan Union (BKU), a part of SKM, had previously called for a Bharat Bandh on February 16 to highlight the unmet demands of farmers. The Noida-based Bharatiya Kisan Parishad (BKP) has also extended its support to Friday’s Bharat Bandh.
The police stated, ‘Various programs like protest demonstrations are planned by SKM and various organizations for Friday. Therefore, Section 144 of the Code of Criminal Procedure (CrPC) will be implemented on February 16.’ The order prohibits unlawful assembly of five or more people, unauthorized processions or demonstrations, including political or religious ones.
Additionally, the order restricts the use of private drones within a one-kilometer radius of government establishments and bans the possession of weapons such as sticks, rods, tridents, swords, and firearms in public places.
Traffic advisory
In a traffic advisory, the police informed that intensive checking will be conducted at all Noida-Delhi borders, leading to pressure on vehicular movement. Traffic diversions will be implemented as required. To minimize traffic inconvenience, the police requested people traveling to Delhi to utilize the metro service whenever possible. The police also restricted the arrival of all types of goods vehicles on the route from Yamuna Expressway to Delhi via Noida-Greater Noida Expressway and from Sirsa to Surajpur via Pari Chowk. Drivers were advised to use alternative routes to reach their destinations.
During the Bharat Bandh called by the BKU, farmers have been urged to refrain from work in farms and avoid going to markets for any purchases. Traders and transporters have also been encouraged to join the strike. However, the farmers’ leader clarified that the protesters would remain in their respective areas and not march towards Delhi.
In the midst of the protests, a group of traders in Noida appealed to both the protesting farmers and the government to engage in a dialogue to swiftly resolve the issue. Sushil Kumar Jain, the president of Noida’s Sector 18 Market Association, expressed concern over the negative impact of frequent farmer movements on everyday business activities. He emphasized the need for resolving the issues through dialogue instead of obstructing the lives of common citizens.
The Bharatiya Kisan Parishad, which has been protesting against the local authorities functioning under the state government, announced its support for the Bharat Bandh. All farmers were instructed to gather outside the NTPC office in Sector 24 to further the cause.
The decision was made in response to the planned protest marches organized by the farmers’ body Samyukta Kisan Morcha (SKM) and other unions.The Bharatiya Kisan Union (BKU), a part of SKM, had previously called for a Bharat Bandh on February 16 to highlight the unmet demands of farmers. The Noida-based Bharatiya Kisan Parishad (BKP) has also extended its support to Friday’s Bharat Bandh.
The police stated, ‘Various programs like protest demonstrations are planned by SKM and various organizations for Friday. Therefore, Section 144 of the Code of Criminal Procedure (CrPC) will be implemented on February 16.’ The order prohibits unlawful assembly of five or more people, unauthorized processions or demonstrations, including political or religious ones.
Additionally, the order restricts the use of private drones within a one-kilometer radius of government establishments and bans the possession of weapons such as sticks, rods, tridents, swords, and firearms in public places.
Traffic advisory
In a traffic advisory, the police informed that intensive checking will be conducted at all Noida-Delhi borders, leading to pressure on vehicular movement. Traffic diversions will be implemented as required. To minimize traffic inconvenience, the police requested people traveling to Delhi to utilize the metro service whenever possible. The police also restricted the arrival of all types of goods vehicles on the route from Yamuna Expressway to Delhi via Noida-Greater Noida Expressway and from Sirsa to Surajpur via Pari Chowk. Drivers were advised to use alternative routes to reach their destinations.
During the Bharat Bandh called by the BKU, farmers have been urged to refrain from work in farms and avoid going to markets for any purchases. Traders and transporters have also been encouraged to join the strike. However, the farmers’ leader clarified that the protesters would remain in their respective areas and not march towards Delhi.
In the midst of the protests, a group of traders in Noida appealed to both the protesting farmers and the government to engage in a dialogue to swiftly resolve the issue. Sushil Kumar Jain, the president of Noida’s Sector 18 Market Association, expressed concern over the negative impact of frequent farmer movements on everyday business activities. He emphasized the need for resolving the issues through dialogue instead of obstructing the lives of common citizens.
The Bharatiya Kisan Parishad, which has been protesting against the local authorities functioning under the state government, announced its support for the Bharat Bandh. All farmers were instructed to gather outside the NTPC office in Sector 24 to further the cause.