Tight security and barricades as Indian farmers march to New Delhi
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Indian police fire tear gas as protesting farmers march on Delhi
Farmers head to the capital after talks with the government failed to defuse their anger.
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Indian police block roads to halt farmers’ march to New Delhi
Farmers have come out after a call by union leaders to demand higher support or guaranteed prices for their produce.