The Supreme Court invited protesting farmers for discussions, but the farmers refused, demanding direct talks with the central government. They intensified their agitation with a 'Rail Roko' protest, disrupting train services across Punjab. Their demands include a legally binding MSP, debt waivers, and withdrawal of police cases.
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