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Farmer Leader Detained in Jalandhar Sparks 12-Hour Traffic Blockade
✍️ Amar Ujala · Jalandhar
🗓 27 Oct 2026, 04:33 PM
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A farmer leader's arrest in Jalandhar led to a 12-hour traffic blockade as protesters voiced their dissent.
A farmer leader was detained in Jalandhar, Punjab, triggering a significant protest that resulted in a 12-hour traffic blockade. The arrest sparked outrage among farmers who gathered at the site, demanding the leader's release. The blockade caused major disruptions to traffic flow in the area, impacting commuters and local businesses. Authorities are yet to provide a statement regarding the reasons behind the farmer leader's detention.