FARMERS DELHI CHALO MARCH
Kangana slap row: Farmer outfits take out march in support of CISF woman constable
Several farmer outfits rallied in Mohali in support of a CISF woman constable who allegedly slapped Kangana Ranaut. Farmer leaders demanded a fair investigation, criticizing Ranaut for provocative statements. The constable claimed she was upset with Ranaut's stance on farmer protests. Ranaut alleged she was hit and abused during a security check.
73 trains on Ambala-Amritsar route cancelled as farmers squat on tracks in Shambhu for 5th day
Farmers protesting at the Shambhu railway station in Punjab's Patiala district have led to the cancellation of 73 trains on the Ambala-Amritsar route over the last five days. The protestors are demanding the release of three farmers arrested by the Haryana Police. The protest, organized by the Samyukta Kisan Morcha and Kisan Mazdoor Morcha, began on Wednesday and is part of the 'Delhi Chalo' march to press the government for their demands, including a legal guarantee of Minimum Support Price for crops. The farmers have vowed to continue their protest until the arrested farmers are released.
54 trains on Ambala-Amritsar route cancelled as farmers squat on tracks in Shambhu for 4th day
Farmer leader Sarwan Singh Pandher said the protest will continue until the three farmers are released. The SKM (Non-Political) and the KMM are spearheading the 'Delhi Chalo' march by farmers to press the government to accept their demands, including legal guarantee of Minimum Support Price (MSP) for crops.
Farmers' stir: Protesters to resume 'Dilli Chalo' march on March 6
The 'Dilli Chalo' will resume on March 6, protest leader Sarwan Singh Pandher said on March 3. "The farmers from Punjab and Haryana will remain at Khanauri and Shambhu border, we will not move forward without our tractors and trolleys. We have not changed our decision to march toward...
Govt focussed on polls, not paying attention to farmers' demands: Farmer leader Pandher
Pandher said farmer leaders will discuss among themselves and decide on their future course of action. The march was put on hold for two days after 21-year-old Shubhkaran Singh was killed and around 12 police personnel were injured in clashes at the Khanauri border point on the Punjab-Haryana border on February 21.
Human rights must be protected: British Parliament MP expresses concern over farmer's death in 'Delhi Chalo' march
The British Parliament raised concerns over the death of a farmer during the ongoing farmers' 'Delhi Chalo' march in India. Tanmanjeet Singh Dhesi, a Sikh MP, highlighted the importance of protecting the farmers' freedom of expression. The farmer, Shubkaran Singh, was killed amid a clash with security personnel. X (formerly Twitter) also complied with India's orders to suspend accounts linked to the protest, emphasizing its commitment to freedom of expression despite disagreeing with the directives.
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More efforts to be put in from both sides for consensus: Union Minister Arjun Munda on farmers' protest
Union Agriculture Minister Arjun Munda has emphasized the need for more efforts from both sides to reach a consensus on issues affecting farmers in India. Munda is among the team of union ministers holding talks with farmer union leaders, including Food and Civil Supplies Minister Piyush Goyal and Minister of State Nityanand Rai. Munda highlighted the progress made in the horticulture sector under Prime Minister Narendra Modi's leadership, with grain production increasing by 333 million tonnes and vegetable cultivation being very good.
Farmers halt 'Delhi Chalo' march for two days over Khanauri incident
A 21-year-old farmer was killed and a few others injured following a clash between security personnel and protesting farmers at Khanauri on the Punjab-Haryana border. Farmer leaders said this was the first death in clashes since the 'Delhi Chalo' march began on February 13.
Farmers' protest: Withdraw JCB machines, else action will be taken, warn Haryana Police
According to police, these excavators might cause harm to security personnel deployed at the two border points of Punjab and Haryana if protesting farmers used them.
Haryana Police fire tear gas shells after farmers try to move towards barricades at Shambhu border
Young farmers in Punjab and Haryana are protesting against the Centre's proposal for procurement of pulses, maize, and cotton at the MSP for five years. They have been camping at the Shambhu and Khanauri points on Punjab's border with Haryana since February 13. The farmers are demanding legal guarantees for MSP and farm loan waivers.
"We'll continue with 'Delhi Chalo' march on Feb 21 if...": Farmer leader after meeting with Union ministers
After the fourth round of talks, farmers plan to continue their 'Delhi Chalo' march on February 21 if their demands are not met. Discussions will also be held on the government's proposal regarding MSP. Farmer leaders emphasized that the march will continue until their demands are fulfilled. Talks between farmers and Union Ministers have been ongoing, with the government proposing a contract with cooperative societies to purchase farmers' products at MSP for the next 5 years.
'Delhi Chalo' march: Union ministers, farmer leaders to hold 4th round of talks today
The two sides -- ministers and farmer leaders -- had met earlier on February 8, 12 and 15 but talks remained inconclusive.
Farmers' 'Delhi Chalo' march enters day 5; BKU (Ugrahan) organises protests out BJP leaders' homes
Protesting farmers, mainly from Punjab and Haryana, have resumed their agitation on the fifth day of the 'Delhi Chalo' march, with plans to escalate their protest, including dharnas outside the homes of former Punjab CM Amarinder Singh and BJP leaders. They demand a legal guarantee of Minimum Support Price (MSP) for crops and other measures. The SKM's Punjab unit will meet to decide the next steps, while the 'Bharat Bandh' affected public transport and commercial activities. The SKM criticized the government's handling of the situation and alleged unfulfilled promises.
Farmers' 'Delhi Chalo' march: Delhi Police issues traffic advisory
Delhi Police issued a traffic advisory for the farmers' protest, alerting about vehicle movement restrictions at three borders of the national capital. Farmer associations from Uttar Pradesh, Haryana, and Punjab have called for a march on February 13 to demand a law guaranteeing MSP for their produce.
Unfortunate a farmer is dubbed anti-national: Punjab Kisan Mazdoor Sangharsh Committee ahead of farmers march to Delhi
Amidst preparations for the 'Delhi Chalo' march, the Punjab Kisan Mazdoor Sangharsh Committee rebukes the portrayal of farmers as "anti-national," stressing the need for respectful dialogue. With farmers from various states converging on Delhi, the Committee's stance reflects widespread dissent against divisive labels. Key demands include MSP legislation, Swaminathan Commission recommendations, pensions, debt waivers, and justice for Lakhimpur Kheri victims, highlighting systemic agricultural challenges. General Secretary Sarvan Singh Pandher asserts farmers' right to peaceful protest, rejecting unfounded accusations and emphasizing constructive engagement.
Farmers' Protest: Union ministers to hold talks with farmers, tractor-trolleys start from villages to join march
Three Union ministers are set to hold talks with farmer leaders in Chandigarh amidst plans for a march to Delhi. Border fortifications and restrictions have been imposed by the Haryana government to prevent the 'Delhi Chalo' march.
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