In pics: After 383 days, Rakesh Tikait leaves Ghazipur border

Bharatiya Kisan Union (BKU) national spokesperson Rakesh Tikait on Wednesday left the Ghazipur border after 383 days — Anindya Chattopadhyay (TOI)

Farmers greet Rakesh Tikait as he prepares to leave after spearheading farmers' protest for over a year — Anindya Chattopadhyay (TOI)

Farmers celebrate their last day at Ghazipur border as they gear up to return to their home — Anindya Chattopadhyay (TOI)

A final goodbye! Farmers waive at crowd as they return home — Anindya Chattopadhyay (TOI)

Rakesh Tikait said that the talks are underway with the Centre after withdrawal of three farm laws and their movement is suspended, not withdrawn — Anindya Chattopadhyay (TOI)

"I am thankful to everyone who has been with us. I also extend my gratitude to the people who ran langars, villagers who brought essentials for us," Tikait added — Anindya Chattopadhyay (TOI)

A farmer carries tri-colour on his shoulder as he leave the Ghazipur protest site — Anindya Chattopadhyay (TOI)

A tempo carries belongings of farmers including tents, bike, beds and other materials — Anindya Chattopadhyay (TOI)