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Farmers hold tractor march to CM Amarinder Singh's residence in Patiala

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The farmers, under the aegis of 'Zameen Bachao Sangharsh Committee' staged protest march in Patiala on April 30 with their tractors to CM Captain Amarinder Singh's residence over the issue of the purchase of their land at lower prices.

Police officials were also seen at the spot to handle the protesters.

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