Govt to abide by SC's direction on farmers' protest, says Agri Min

'MEETING VARIOUS FARM BODIES TOO'

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Agriculture Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan on Wednesday said the government will abide by the Supreme Court's decision on the ongoing farmers' protest at Punjab-Haryana border and will take steps accordingly.

When asked about holding a dialogue with the protesting farmers to end the logjam, the minister said: "Supreme Court jaise nirnay de raha hai, uske hisab se karyavahi hogi (The action will be taken as per the direction of the Supreme Court)."

While the protesting farmers have requested the Centre to hold a dialogue with them, the minister said the Apex Court is currently looking into the matter.

The minister further said he otherwise has been meeting various farm bodies on every Tuesday and discussing their concerns.