Rain Soaks Wood For Cooking At Singhu

Though the farmers at Singhu border have got some respite from rain, their troubles seem far from over. While they have made tents afresh and covered them with plastic sheets, the muddy and waterlogged roads, soaked firewood and unhygienic conditions are still a cause for concern.

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The farmers were using 250-300 tonnes of wood every day for preparing food for community meals, but continuous rain for 4-5 days and waterlogging made it difficult for them to stock it properly. They have urged their friends in Punjab to limit the supply for some time till the situation improves. The wood was also being used for bonfires to keep the protesters warm.