Farmers Block Mallanwala Railway Track, Disrupting 20 Trains

Mallanwala, Punjab – Early on Wednesday, a group of farmers set up a blockade on the railway line passing through Mallanwala. The obstruction halted the movement of trains on the route, affecting a total of twenty services scheduled for the day.
Railway officials reported that the affected trains included both passenger and freight services, leading to significant inconvenience for commuters and cargo operators. The block was removed after negotiations with local authorities, but the disruption caused delays of several hours.
The incident underscores growing tensions in the agricultural sector, although the specific grievances of the farmers were not disclosed in the initial reports. Railway authorities have announced a review of security measures to prevent similar disruptions in the future.
No injuries were reported, and the track was cleared for normal operations by late afternoon.