Supreme Court Urges Peaceful Talks on Farmers' Protests

The Supreme Court has directed the governments of Punjab and Haryana to suggest common names for a neutral committee to negotiate with farmers protesting at the Shambhu border, emphasizing the need for a peaceful resolution. The court's intent is to foster dialogue and find a viable solution to address the farmers' demands, including a legal guarantee of MSP for their produce. The Haryana government's plea challenges a High Court order to remove barricades at the border, citing law and order concerns. The court has maintained the status quo on the blockade, highlighting the need for smooth transportation of essential vehicles and services. Both states have been asked to propose names of eminent persons, possibly former judges with agricultural backgrounds, to build trust among the protesting farmers.