Indian Farmers Blockade Roads in Mass Protests

By Democracy Now

HAVANA TIMES – In India, farmers blockaded roads across the country as they continue a historic mass protest. They oppose Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s reforms that seek to deregulate agricultural markets. Tractors, trucks and tents blocked traffic for several hours Saturday. The United Nations urged authorities to respect the right to peaceful assembly.

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