WATCH: Drone footage of massive traffic on Delhi-Noida border due to farmers' protests

Images from the scene captured the extent of traffic congestion on the Delhi-Noida highway, with police barricades set up to check every vehicle entering the national capital.

New Delhi: A massive traffic jam was reported at the Delhi-Noida border on Thursday as farmers from Noida and Greater Noida announced a protest march to Parliament. The protest has led to significant traffic congestion at Sarita Vihar and along the route from Delhi to Noida. In response, police stepped up security measures and closed all borders for 24 hours. Images from the scene captured the extent of traffic congestion on the Delhi-Noida highway, with police barricades set up to check every vehicle entering the national capital. The increased security measures have led to long traffic jams, causing frustration among commuters.

#WATCH | Drone footage of traffic at the Delhi-Noida border as farmers stage a protest march towards Parliament

(Footage from DND (Delhi Noida Direct) Flyway recorded at 3:45 PM) pic.twitter.com/BieLzQyuTu

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Meanwhile, authorities have imposed Section 144 and closed the borders for 24 hours. Heavy security efforts have been implemented at all borders and measures have been taken to minimize any inconvenience to the public. Authorities are currently conducting negotiations with farmers to address their concerns.

The farmers in Noida and Greater Noida have been protesting since December 2023, demanding higher compensation and developing plots against their land acquired by the local development authorities in the past. Their grievances continue and the protest march to parliament is a culmination of their efforts to seek justice and resolution.