It was required of any sensible government to understand the sentiments of the [protesting] farmers. But it didn’t happen, so there will be consequences of the same,” NCP chief Sharad Pawar said on Friday.

Farmers have been protesting near the Delhi border seeking withdrawal of the Centre’s three new farm laws. “The farmers are protesting in such cold... and have occupied a 5 kilometre stretch. They are firm on their demands,” Pawar told reporters.