Various farmers' outfits under the banner of Navanirman Krushak Sangathan (NKS) observed a two-hour symbolic shutdown across the state.
Besides protesting killing of farmers in police firing Madhya Pradesh, the farmers demanded implementation of the recommendations of Swaminathan committee, social security allowance to all farmers, farm loan waiver and recognition of share croppers, NKS leaders said.
In Bhubaneswar, NKS activists staged road blockades in different areas like Chandrasekharpur, Jaydev Vihar and Master Canteen square, burnt tyres and led a 'rail roko' at the railway station.
Patnaik said today's stir was held in solidarity with farmers across the country and the agitation would be intensified if the demands are not met.
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