Supreme Court flags trust deficit between farmers and government amidst Shambhu border blockade.

The court was addressing matters related to the farmers’ protest and the blockade at Shambhu border. The bench of Justice Surya Kant and Justice Ujjal Bhuyan emphasized the need for the government to reach out to the farmers. There was a discussion on the challenges posed by the farmers’ march to Delhi and the use of heavy machinery like tanks and excavators, which has led to friction.

The Haryana government is contesting a high court order to remove barricades at the Shambhu border, which were installed following the announcement of a march to Delhi by several farmers’ outfits. The court emphasized the importance of resolving the issues and proposed the formation of a committee to engage with the farmers and find a fair and just solution to their demands. The court directed all parties to maintain a status quo and to work towards removing the barricades without inconveniencing the public.