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Farmers Block Mumbai-Bengaluru Highway at KoganoLi Toll Plaza Over Sugarcane Price Demand
A large farmer protest at KoganoLi toll plaza on the Maharashtra‑Karnataka border halted traffic on the Mumbai‑Bengaluru National Highway, prompting diversion of vehicles.
A massive farmer demonstration at the KoganoLi toll plaza, located on the Maharashtra‑Karnataka border, has completely stopped traffic on National Highway 48, the main Mumbai‑Bengaluru route. The protestors are demanding a higher price for sugarcane, urging authorities to set a more favorable rate for the crop.
The blockade, described as a "brihat chakkajam" (large gathering), has forced authorities to divert all vehicles to alternative routes, causing significant inconvenience to commuters and commercial transport. Police and traffic officials have been on site attempting to manage the situation and ensure safety.
Local officials have confirmed that the highway remains fully closed until the protest is resolved, and they are in contact with farmer leaders to address the price concerns. No reports of violence or injuries have been recorded so far.
The disruption highlights ongoing tensions in the agricultural sector over crop pricing, and authorities are monitoring the situation closely to prevent further escalation and to restore normal traffic flow as soon as possible.
The blockade, described as a "brihat chakkajam" (large gathering), has forced authorities to divert all vehicles to alternative routes, causing significant inconvenience to commuters and commercial transport. Police and traffic officials have been on site attempting to manage the situation and ensure safety.
Local officials have confirmed that the highway remains fully closed until the protest is resolved, and they are in contact with farmer leaders to address the price concerns. No reports of violence or injuries have been recorded so far.
The disruption highlights ongoing tensions in the agricultural sector over crop pricing, and authorities are monitoring the situation closely to prevent further escalation and to restore normal traffic flow as soon as possible.