Farmers protest at Varanasi toll plaza: Attempt to self-immolate by pouring petrol, 1000 police personnel deployed, several farmers detained.

Farmers' protests against land acquisition and toll collection on the Varanasi-Azamgarh highway continue today. Following the announcement of the farmers' protest, police have increased security at the highway and several toll plazas. Farmers heading towards the toll were stopped at various intersections. During this time, there were several instances of scuffles and pushing between the police and farmers. Around 1 pm, farmer leader Ajit Singh Dobhi arrived in a government bus with his supporters.