Sangrur, Feb. 10 -- The ongoing farmers' protest in Sangrur's Namol village, against forced acquisition of their land for the installation of a Hindustan Petroleum (HP) pipeline, entered its fourth day on Sunday.

Farmers from several unions, including BKU Ekta Azad, BKU Ekta Sidhupur, BKU Dakaunda, and Kirti Kisan Union, have joined the stir, demanding increased compensation, stating that the amount being offered to them does not reflect the current market value of their land.

Protesters alleged that during a meeting with administration officials on February 7, farmers were forced to accept the administration's offer.

They said that earlier on February 6, police had also cane charged them during a peaceful demonstration.

The pipeline ...