Farmers Block Highway 130C in Gariaband, Demand New Paddy Center

Saralnama

Hundreds of farmers from 15 villages blocked National Highway 130C near Shikasar Zero Chain in Gariaband district. They demanded a new paddy procurement center in Paragaon Deeh. The protest, led by district council member Sanjay Netam, halted traffic. Farmers currently face long queues and alleged discrimination at the Dhawalpur center. Despite repeated requests and assurances from the collector, no action has been taken. With paddy procurement set to begin in 20 days, farmers declared a decisive struggle. SDM Tulsi Das Markam and police station in-charge Shiv Shankar Hurra reached the spot with forces. (Updated 28 Oct 2025, 10:36 IST; source: link)

Key Points

• Hundreds of farmers from 15 villages blocked National Highway 130C near Shikasar Zero Chain in Gariaband district on 25 Nov 2023
• They demanded a new paddy procurement center in Paragaon Deeh
• The protest, led by district council member Sanjay Netam, halted traffic