Farmer leader Jagjit Singh Dalewal is set to address the nation today at 10 AM after recovering from a health setback. Dalewal will speak to the media and outline the future course of the ongoing farmers’ movement. This was confirmed by farmer leader Abhimanyu Kohar. On Republic Day, farmers across India participated in tractor marches following the call of the Samyukta Kisan Morcha (SKM). The marches witnessed significant participation in Punjab, Haryana, Tamil Nadu, Uttar Pradesh, Karnataka, and Rajasthan.
Protests and Police Action in Madhya Pradesh
In Ashok Nagar, Madhya Pradesh, farmers planned a bike rally to support Dalewal, but local police detained farmer leaders, leading to widespread condemnation. Farmers called the move an “assault on democracy” and questioned the government’s intentions.
Upcoming Events and Rakesh Tikait’s Support
As the farmers’ protest marks its first anniversary, several major events are planned:
- February 11: Mahapanchayat in Ratnpura
- February 12: Mahapanchayat at Dattasinghwala-Khannauri
- February 13: Mahapanchayat at Shambhu Morcha
Prominent farmer leader Rakesh Tikait has extended his support, criticizing government policies and highlighting Minimum Support Price (MSP) as a national issue. Tikait reaffirmed the commitment to fight for farmers’ rights and emphasized the need for continued solidarity.
