- The Samyukt Kisan Morcha (SKM) is gearing up for a significant demonstration termed as ‘Black Friday.
- Led by Bharatiya Kisan Union (BKU) leader Rakesh Tikait, protesting farmers are set to launch a series of impactful actions.
- BKU leader Rakesh Tikait announced plans for a tractor march towards the national capital on highways, emphasizing their determination to continue the struggle.
- Tikait disclosed the upcoming tractor march scheduled for February 26, intended to draw attention to their demands.
- He outlined further strategies, including a gathering at Ram Leela Ground in Delhi on March 14, emphasizing the farmers’ resolve to press for their rights.
- The farmers have temporarily suspended their ‘Dilli Chalo’ protest march to assess the situation at the Shambhu border in Haryana.
- Haryana Cops to Impose National Security Act Against Protesting Farmers.
In response to the unfortunate death of a farmer at the Khanauri Border crossing in Sangrur district, Punjab, during ongoing protests, the Samyukt Kisan Morcha (SKM) is gearing up for a significant demonstration called ‘Black Friday.’ Led by Bharatiya Kisan Union (BKU) leader Rakesh Tikait, protesting farmers are set to launch a series of impactful actions.
BKU leader Rakesh Tikait announced plans for a tractor march towards the national capital on highways, emphasizing their determination to continue the struggle. “We will observe a ‘Black Friday’ tomorrow condoling the death of a farmer at the Khanauri Border crossing in Punjab. We held a tractor march yesterday as well,” Tikait expressed in an exclusive conversation with ANI.
Moreover, Tikait disclosed the upcoming tractor march scheduled for February 26, intended to draw attention to their demands. He outlined further strategies, including a gathering at Ram Leela Ground in Delhi on March 14, emphasizing the farmers’ resolve to press for their rights.
The protests, initiated to demand the repeal of the three contentious farm laws, have garnered nationwide attention and support. Despite several rounds of discussions, both sides are yet to reach a consensus, as highlighted by Union Agriculture Minister Arjun Munda. However, the central government remains committed to addressing the concerns of the farmers.
Amidst these developments, the farmers have temporarily suspended their ‘Dilli Chalo’ protest march to assess the situation at the Shambhu border in Haryana. Tensions have escalated in recent clashes between protestors and paramilitary forces, resulting in injuries on both sides.
As the farmers continue their steadfast protest at the Shambhu border near Ambala, the nation watches closely, hoping for a resolution that addresses the grievances of all parties involved.
According to a release from the Ambala police, from February 13, 2024, continuous efforts are being made by the farmer organizations to break the barricade imposed on the Shambhu Border by the farmers regarding their march to Delhi and daily attempts are being made to spoil the law and order by pelting stones at the police administration and creating ruckus. During this period, a lot of damage has been caused to government and private property by encroachment.
Also, the police have initiated the National Security Act (NSA) against the farmer leaders.
(With inputs from agencies)
