Hundreds of protesting farmers indulged in vandalism at a 'Kisan Mahapanchayat' event near here on Sunday, just ahead of the arrival of Haryana Chief Minister Manohar Lal Khattar, forcing authorities to cancel the event.

As the farmers barged into the event venue, they broke through the bamboo barricades put up in front of the stage for security purposes, smashed flower pots, tables and chairs put up on stage and nearby area. They also tore the banners put up at the venue. As the damaged furniture lay strewn, police preferred to remain a mute spectator.