Shimla, Aug. 13 -- Farmers and workers across Himachal Pradesh on Wednesday joined a nationwide protest called by the Sanyukt Kisan Manch, voicing their opposition to anti-farming and neo-liberal economic policies, the Centre's trade decisions, and local land eviction drives.

The protest in Shimla was organised at four designated spots and was marked by symbolic demonstrations and the submission of memorandums to authorities.

Speaking to ANI, Sohan Singh Thakur, President of the Himachal Pradesh Apple Growers' Association, said that apart from the tariff expected to be imposed on farming products, there is also the issue of land eviction.

"This protest has been held as part of a national call against the anti-farmer and anti-horticultu...