Ambala, Oct 7 (PTI) Farmers protesting the central farm laws in Naraingarh near Ambala on Thursday alleged that one person was injured after being hit by a car which was part of the convoy of BJP leaders visiting the area.

The police, however, said that the matter is being investigated.

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BJP MP Nayab Singh Saini and Haryana Sports Minister Sandeep Singh were in Naraingarh to attend a function at the Saini Bhawan located on the Naraingarh-Sadaura road.

The farmers had gathered near the venue to stage a protest.

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After the function, one of the vehicles of the BJP leaders hit a farmer, Bhavan Preet, who is from a nearby village, the protesters claimed.

He sustained a minor injury to the leg. He was brought to a hospital and administered first-aid, they said.

Bharatiya Kisan Union (Chaduni group) media in-charge Rajiv Sharma said the farmers have submitted a complaint to the police and sought action in the matter.

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