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Indian farmers issue united call for mobilizations against BJP policies ... second Samyukta Kisan Morcha (SKM) Mahapanchayat (great gathering) in Monga, Punjab. Photo: AIKS Thousands of farmers attended the second Samyukta Kisan Morcha (SKM) Mahapanchayat (great gathering) in Monga, in India’s north-western Punjab province, on Thursday, January 9. There, the farmers adopted a resolution calling for broader unity among all farmers’ groups in their fight against the central government’s anti-farmer policies and its efforts to prioritize big corporate interests in the country’s agriculture. “Our target should be the central government and its pro-corporate policies. There should be no attempt to compete or compare with each other,” the eight point unity resolution adopted by the Mahapanchayat reads. SKM organized the first Kisan Mahapanchayat in Tohana , in the Indian state of Haryana, on January 4. The gathering called on the central government, led by prime minister Narendra Modi, to respect democratic principles and immediately engage with the farmers who have been mobilizing and raising concrete demands for years now. The central government, led by the ultra right-wing Bharatiya …

Sugarcane growers to protest against CM - AgriInsite In Mysuru, Karnataka State Sugarcane Growers Association will stage a black flag protest against Chief Minister Siddaramaiah and district minister HC Mahadevappa during their visit to Kabini and KRS reservoirs. The farmers demand ₹150 per tonne in additional incentives and an increase in the fair and remunerative price to ₹3,400 per tonne. They also accuse sugar mills of cheating in weight and measurement. Share Tweet Share Share Email Comments Mysuru: Karnataka State Sugarcane Growers Association president Hallikerehundi Bhagaraj announced on Thursday that farmers plan to hold a black flag protest against Chief Minister Siddaramaiah and Mysuru district minister HC Mahadevappa during their visit to offer bagina at Kabini and KRS reservoirs, reports Times of India. Speaking to reporters, Bhagaraj expressed frustration with the state government’s failure to address their demands, compelling them to resort to protest. The association is demanding that the state government direct sugar mills to release pending additional incentives of ₹150 per tonne of sugarcane supplied and to increase the fair and remunerative price to ₹3,400 per …

War of words erupt between BJP and Congress over US trade deal claims War of words erupt between BJP and Congress over US trade deal claims Join WhatsApp Telegram Channel Follow Facebook Subscribe YouTube New Delhi: A sharp political confrontation erupted on Friday over alleged remarks concerning farmers and a proposed trade understanding with the US, with the Bharatiya Janata Party ( BJP ) and Congress trading strong words over a privilege motion and claims of misinformation. Union Minister Giriraj Singh dismissed the Opposition’s allegations as baseless. “What farmers’ issue? Lies, just like Rafale, are spreading confusion among people,” he said. Referring to statements made by the Agriculture Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan and Commerce Minister Piyush Goyal, Union Minister Singh asserted that there would be “no compromise on farmers’ interests”. “Then what else is this if not spreading misinformation? They want to create confusion in the country; they want to incite a civil war in the nation,” he alleged. Union Minister Singh also said that those raising the issue should not only face a privilege motion but that a legal case should also be considered. “No joint statement has be…

Vance Go Back! India Is Not For Sale: AIKS Calls Upon Its ... - ETV Bharat ETV Bharat / bharat Vance Go Back! India Is Not For Sale: AIKS Calls Upon Its Units To Hold Mass Protests When US VP Arrives AIKS called for a mass demonstration and effigy burning when US Vice President J D Vance arrives in India for a bilateral trade deal. AIKS Logo ( ETV Bharat ) By ETV Bharat English Team Published : April 17, 2025 at 6:27 PM IST 3 Min Read New Delhi: All India Kisan Sabha (AIKS) has called upon all its units across the country to hold mass demonstrations and effigy burning with the slogan 'Vance Go Back! India Is Not For Sale' in villages and district headquarters on April 21, 2025, when the US Vice President JD Vance will arrive in India, even as negotiations are on for a bilateral trade deal. The AIKS in a media statement said, "The Indian Prime Minister (Narendra Modi) has capitulated to the dictates of the US President Donald Trump and is going ahead with plans to ease tariff and non-tariff barriers for US products, including farm products. Howard Lutnick, the US Commerce Secretary, asserted that India should open its agriculture market and agriculture cannot be 'off the table' in …

Centre schedules next meeting with farmers for Feb 22 under Union Agri ... PTI Farmer leader Jagjit Singh Dallewal, who has been on the indefinite hunger strike at the Khanauri border since November 26, speaks with the media, in Sangrur district, Punjab. The Central government on Friday called for another round of talks with farmer leaders on February 22 , 2025, as part of ongoing efforts to address concerns in the agricultural sector. Union Agriculture Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan is expected to also take part in and lead the meeting . The announcement follows a cordial meeting earlier on Friday between farmers and a central team led by Union Minister of Consumer Affairs, Food and Public Distribution of India Pralhad Joshi . During the discussions, the government representatives outlined the steps being taken under PM Modi’s leadership to address farmers' welfare, said Union Minister Prahlad Joshi while addressing the media. "I, on behalf of the Government of India, and the Punjab minister held a meeting with farmers of Samyukt Kisan Morcha (Non Political) and Kisan Mazdoor Morcha today. After listening to their concerns and demands for over two hours, we mentioned steps that a…

Farmers' body opposes free trade agreement with U.S. in farm sector Activists of Karnataka Rajya Raita Sangha and Green Brigade holding a demonstration outside the office of Yaduveer Krishnadatta Chamaraja Wadiyar, Mysuru MP, in the city on December 15.| Photo Credit: M.A. Sriram Activists of Karnataka Rajya Raita Sangha and Green Brigade held a demonstration outside the office of Yaduveer Krishnadatta Chamaraja Wadiyar, Mysuru MP, in the city on December 15. They voiced their opposition to the Government of India’s proposed move to enter a free trade deal with the United States in the farm sector. The activists, belonging to the ‘Collective Leadership’ faction of the farmers’ body, gathered in front of the MP’s office on the Command Area Development Authority premises holding green flags and placards while shouting slogans against any possible free trade deal with the U.S. In a memorandum addressed to Mr. Yaduveer, the body pointed to the distress among farmers across the country owing to various reasons, including the lack of remunerative prices for their crops, impact of climate aberrations, rising cost of cultivation, and domination of the middlemen in the markets, all of …

Farmers gather Pipli Grain Market in Kurukshetra to protest against ... Hundreds of farmers gathered at the Pipli Grain Market in Kurukshetra to mark their resentment against the India-US Trade Deal and press for the long-pending demands of the farmers, on Monday. Bhartiya Kisan Union (Charuni) held a Kisan Mazdoor Jan Kranti Rally in which farmers from Haryana, Punjab, UP and Uttarakhand have arrived to mark their presence. The union leaders accused the BJP of compromising with the interests of the farmers under the pressure of the US. BKU (Charuni) spokesperson Rakesh Bains said besides the trade deal, the farmers are also stressing on the long-pending demands including the legal guarantee on Minimum Support Price (MSP). Other demands include loan waivers, adequate compensation for crop losses, amendments in the Land Acquisition Act, improvement in the PM Fasal Bima Yojana, cancellation of FIRs registered during farmers’ protests and action against those involved in the Haryana paddy scam. He said the Centre has disappointed the farmers and has left them with no other option, but to launch another agitation. Since Monday, March 23 is observed as Martyrs Day (Shaheed Diwas) …

US tariff, India-UK deal: Trade unions, farmers call nationwide protest ... CTUs-SKM, a joint platform of 10 Central Trade Unions and Samyukt Kisan Morcha, has announced a nationwide protest on August 13, 2025 against US President Donald Trump's tariff threats and India-UK Comprehensive Economic Trade Agreement (CETA). The statement released on Monday urged workers, farmers, students and patriotic citizens to show their dissent by participating in various mass actions including tractor and motorcycle rallies, protest demonstrations, public gatherings, and other forms of protest as decided by different platforms and partner organisations. According to the statement cited byPTI, the CTUs-SKM strongly condemned the recent threats by Trump to impose 25 per cent tariffs on India, along with apunitive taxfor the oil trade deal with Russia. They characterised these measures as a “blatant act of economic coercion aimed at dictating India, including its trade relations with Russia.” The organisations highlight what they perceive as hypocrisy in US trade policies, which demand open markets for American corporations while weaponising tariffs to bully sovereign nations, the news report sa…

Farmers call for nationwide protests against India-US trade deal Several farmer organisations, including SKM and AIKS, criticised the India-US trade framework as a threat to Indian agriculture, demanding Commerce Minister Piyush Goyal’s resignation and announcing nationwide protests and a February 12 general strike to oppose the agreement New Delhi:Several farmer organisations, including SKM, its non-political breakaway faction and AIKS, criticised the India-US trade deal on Saturday and said protests against it will be held across the country. In a statement issued here on Saturday, the Samyukt Kisan Morcha (SKM) alleged that the proposed interim trade agreement framework between India and the United States amounted to a “total surrender” of Indian agriculture to American multinational corporations and demanded the immediate resignation of Commerce Minister Piyush Goyal. SKM leaders said protests would be held across the country in villages, and they would burn effigies of US President Donald Trump and Prime Minister Narendra Modi. The SKM also extended its support to the February 12 general strike. All India Kisan Sabha (AIKS) leader Krishna Prasad said the trade deal will h…

India farmers push ahead with nationwide protests over US trade concessions India farmers push ahead with nationwide protests over US trade concessions Economic Author Diya Poddar Diya P. Feb 09, 2026, 07:00 AM The interim pact includes tariff cuts on select US food and feed products. DDGS imports have raised concerns about indirect GM-linked market access. The government says dairy, poultry, and GM crops remain protected. India’s largest farmer groups are moving ahead with nationwide protests this week, as worries persist over whether New Delhi has made excessive concessions in agriculture under an interim trade deal with the US. The pushback comes as limited details of the framework agreement begin to emerge, fuelling anxiety among farm unions about the long-term impact on domestic producers. Samyukt Kisan Morcha has confirmed protests over the coming days, including a nationwide strike on Feb. 12, keeping agriculture firmly at the centre of India’s political debate. Farmers challenge trade concessions Samyukt Kisan Morcha, a powerful coalition of farmers’ unions, says the government has crossed a long-standing line by opening agriculture to trade negotiations. The group argues …

bilaterals.org | Farmers urged to unite against 'anti-farmer policies ... The Hindu - 16 June 2026 Farmers urged to unite against ‘anti-farmer policies’, India-US Free Trade Agreement Andhra Pradesh Rythu Sangham State president V. Krishnayya called upon the farmers to unite and prepare for a sustained struggle against what he termed “anti-farmer policies” of the Central government and the proposed India-U.S. Free Trade Agreement (FTA), which he said would adversely affect the country’s agricultural sector. Speaking after unveiling posters for the 23rd State conference of the A.P. Rythu Sangham at the CITU district office in Eluru on Tuesday, Mr. Krishnayya said farmers must remain vigilant to safeguard agriculture and protect their livelihoods. The programme was presided over by district president Katta Bhaskara Rao. Mr. Krishnayya alleged that several policy initiatives of the Centre, including the Seed Bill, New Fertiliser Policy, Electricity Act reforms and changes in agricultural marketing systems, were detrimental to farmers’ interests and would accelerate the corporatisation of agriculture. Expressing concern over the proposed India-U.S. FTA, he claimed that large-scale imp…

India unions and farmers stage strike over US trade deal | AP News Members of trade unions shout slogans during a nationwide strike to protest an interim trade deal with the United States, saying the agreement undermines the interests of farmers, small businesses and workers in New Delhi, India, Thursday, Feb. 12, 2026. (AP Photo/Manish Swarup) Members of trade unions hold banners during a nationwide strike to protest an interim trade deal with the United States, saying the agreement undermines the interests of farmers, small businesses and workers in New Delhi, India, Thursday, Feb. 12, 2026. (AP Photo/Manish Swarup) Members of the opposition stage a protest against the India-US trade deal outside the Parliament in New Delhi, India, Thursday, Feb. 12, 2026. (AP Photo) A boy holds a banner during trade unions nationwide strike to protest an interim trade deal with the United States, saying the agreement undermines the interests of farmers, small businesses and workers in New Delhi, India, Thursday, Feb. 12, 2026. (AP Photo/Manish Swarup) Members of trade unions hold banners during a nationwide strike to protest an interim trade deal with the United States, saying the agreement…

Farmers' Body Terms India-US Trade Pact 'Historic Betrayal', Calls ... EDITOR'S PICK India Farmers’ Body Terms India-US Trade Pact ‘Historic Betrayal’, Calls Strike on Feb. 12 Abdul Bari Masoud Date: February 4, 2026 The Samyukt Kisan Morcha announces mass protests and burning of effigies of Prime Minister Modi and US President Donald Trump NEW DELHI – The Samyukt Kisan Morcha (SKM) on Tuesday launched a blistering attack on the Narendra Modi government, accusing it of selling out Indian farmers to US imperial interests by agreeing to a zero-per cent import tariff on American goods, particularly agricultural produce. Terming the move a “historic betrayal of the peasantry”, the farmers’ joint platform announced a nationwide general strike on February 12, accompanied by mass protests and the burning of effigies of Prime Minister Modi and US President Donald Trump. In a statement, SKM said the decision marks a complete reversal of Prime Minister Modi’s own declaration from the Red Fort on August 15, 2025, when he claimed he was “personally ready to pay a heavy price to protect the interests of farmers.” “Today, that promise lies in tatters,” SKM said, accusing the prime minister of s…

Confronting State Violence: Lessons from India's Farmer Protests Smita Narula , Haub Distinguished Professor of International Law, Elisabeth Haub School of Law at Pace University In December 2021, following a year of sustained mass protests, farmers in India forced the repeal of three controversial Farm Laws that attempted to deregulate India’s agricultural sector in service of corporate interests. Farmers feared that the laws would dismantle price supports for key crops, jeopardize their livelihoods, and facilitate a corporate takeover of India’s agrarian economy. This Article situates India’s historic farmer protests in the context of the country’s longstanding agrarian crisis and the corporate capture of agriculture worldwide. I argue that the protests arose in response not only to the Farm Laws, but also to decades of state-sponsored ecological and economic violence that have relegated millions of Indian farmers to a state of precarity and desperation. I further argue that the protests hold key insights for social movements around the globe, and for the future of food in India and beyond. The Article analyzes the farmers’ protests using a four-part paradigm to assess contempor…

Punjab: AAP faces heat over police action against farmers ... - Mint Punjab: Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) government faced heat after protesting farmer leaders were detained and evicted in Punjab – the state where the Arvind Kejriwal-led party is in power under chief minister Bhagwant Mann. Several farmer leaders, including Sarwan Singh Pandher and Jagjit Singh Dallewal, were detained in Mohali while returning from a meeting with a central delegation. Punjab Police evicted farmers fromShambhu and Khanauri protestsites, which had been blocked for over a year. The action evoked reactions from AAP's political rivals. In a statement, BJP leader andUnion Minister Ravneet Singh Bittustrongly condemned the detention of farmer leaders. He alleged the AAP government in Punjab was trying to "sabotage" talks between the Centre and farmers. The protesting farmers – led bySamyukta Kisan Morcha(Non-Political) and Kisan Mazdoor Morcha – have been camping at the Shambhu (Shambhu-Ambala) and Khanauri (Sangrur-Jind) border points between Punjab and Haryana since February 13 last year when security forces thwarted their march to Delhi. They have been protesting in support of various demands including a …

Farmer's Movement: Govts Will be More Cautious in Making Policies: Amra Ram On June 4, 2024, the results of the Indian General Elections were announced, revealing a humbling outcome for both the ruling National Democratic Alliance (NDA) led by the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) and the opposition Indian National Developmental Inclusive Alliance (INDIA) led by the Indian National Congress (INC). The BJP, which boasted it would win over 400 seats, was reduced to 240 from its previous 303 seats in 2019. Meanwhile, the INC nearly doubled its seat count from 52 in 2019 to 99 in 2024. In anearlier article, this writer had argued that despite a religiously charged atmosphere created by the grand inauguration of the Ram Temple at Ayodhya, the farmers’ movement had dented Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s image of invincibility. The movement shifted focus to issues like joblessness, inflation, hunger, and farmers’ suicides. Badal Saroj, a senior leader from the movement, highlighted its role in consolidating political opposition in several states, including Bihar, Uttar Pradesh, Rajasthan, Madhya Pradesh, and Chhattisgarh. The election results corroborate this analysis, with BJP losing signif…

Farm unions seek complete waiver of farmers' loans – All India Kisan Sabha August 10, 2018 AIKS in News , Jail Bharo 2018 Members of the CPI (Marxist), Punjab Kisan Sabha and Punjab Khet Mazdoor Union demanded complete waiver of farmers’ debt here on Thursday. They gathered at Ambedkar Park to discuss their demands. Besides, the members demanded implementation of the Swaminathan Commission Report and action against those who purchase their produce below the MSP. They said the government should buy their crops. The farmer bodies also sought Rs5,000 per month pension for farmers who are above 60 years and minimum wages for labours at Rs600. A farmer leader said on October 20, 2016, the Supreme Court had stressed on the implementation equal work, equal pay, abolition of the practice of hiring labourers through outsourcing and minimum 200 days work for MNREGA workers. The members also went to submit a memorandum to the Deputy Commissioner, but all officials were busy on Thursday. Now, they will submit it on Friday. leaders Gurdev Singh Bandi, Gurcharan Singh, Inderjeet Singh, Megh Raj, Ram Chand Bansal and Balkar Singh were present on the occasion. — TNS Source: Farm unions seek compl…

Agricultural group to initiate countrywide protests addressing farming ... MUMBAI: The All India Kisan Sabha (AIKS) has raised alarms regarding the escalating agrarian distress in the country, announcing a series of nationwide protests, including a significant Jail Bharo movement scheduled for August 10. This decision emerged from a two-day meeting of the Central Kisan Committee held in Mumbai, where farmers' leaders from various states convened to address pressing issues affecting the agricultural sector. During the meeting, which took place at the YMCA Centre on June 28-29, AIKS leaders highlighted a range of critical concerns, including declining farmgate prices, increasing costs of cultivation, and issues surrounding crop insurance. Other topics of discussion included land acquisition challenges, shortages of fertilizers, inadequacies in farm loan waiver schemes, and the pricing of sugarcane. The organization also criticized what it perceives as attempts to undermine the Food Corporation of India (FCI), which plays a vital role in supporting farmers. Nationwide Campaign and Coordination Efforts AIKS expressed apprehension about the potential repercussions of proposed free trad…

What are Indian farmers’ concerns over impacts of India-U.S. BTA | Explained The farmer groups are yet again at the forefront to express their anguish through demonstrations, events and protests as USTR Greer concludes his visit following meetings with Commerce Minister Piyush Goyal

Indian farmers plan march on New Delhi in call for higher crop prices Open this photo in gallery: Farmers in India protest during a rally to demand minimum crop prices, held on the outskirts of Amritsar, India on Feb. 28. NARINDER NANU/Getty Images Share Save for later Please log in to bookmark this story. Log In Create Free Account Indian farmers plan to march to the capital New Delhi on Wednesday as they push their demands for higher crop prices, a protest leader said, after several rounds of failed talks. Farm union leaders are seeking guarantees of state support or a minimum purchase price for farmers’ produce. “On March 6, farmers will come to Delhi from all over the country by train, bus and air,” protest leader Jagjit Singh Dallewal told reporters. He said farmers would also block railway lines across the country on March 10. The protests began in early February with hundreds of farmers in Punjab aiming to take their campaign to Delhi. They were blocked by police and paramilitary troops at Shambhu, at the border with neighbouring Haryana state, about 200 km from the capital. The government announces support prices for more than 20 crops each year, but state agencies buy onl…

Farmers Protest Highlights: Internet services restored in 7 Haryana ... Farmers Protest Live Updates, February 25:Almost two weeks after they were first suspended in view of the ‘Dilli Chalo’ march, internet services have been restored in seven Haryana districts today, officials said. The services were suspended in Ambala, Kurukshetra, Kaithal, Jind, Hisar, Fatehabad and Sirsa on February 11 and the suspension was extended on February 13, 15, 17, 19, 20, 21, 23 and 24. Officials said no fresh order has been issued to extend the suspension. Meanwhile, protesting farmers continued to hold fort at the Punjab-Haryana Shambhu and Khanauri borders. They held a candle march on Saturday evening, a day after the ‘Dilli Chalo’ march was put on hold till the next course of action is decided on February 29. The deadlock between the farmer unions and the Punjab government continued on Saturday over the cremation of 24-year-old Shubhkaran Singh, who was killed on February 21 at the Khanauri border during a protest. According to the farmer unions, there was no communication from the Punjab government even on Saturday. “The family as well as the unions have demanded registration ofFIRwith murder…

Farmers urged to unite against ‘anti-farmer policies’, India-U.S. Free Trade Agreement Unveiling posters for the 23rd State conference of the A.P. Rythu Sangham to be held in Eluru from July 3 to 5, State president says farmers must remain vigilant to safeguard agriculture and protect their livelihoods

Farmers Unite: Protest Plans Against 'Anti-Farmer' Policies Unveiled Farmers Unite: Protest Plans Against 'Anti-Farmer' Policies Unveiled The Kisan Mazdoor Morcha plans a protest in Amritsar, demanding compensation for flood damage and the withdrawal of cases against farmers. Key issues include opposition to anti-farmer policies, trade deals, and proposed bills, alongside calls for restoration of MNREGA and debt waivers. Devdiscourse News Desk | Chandigarh | Updated: 01-03-2026 20:13 IST | Created: 01-03-2026 20:13 IST Country: India SHARE The Kisan Mazdoor Morcha has announced plans for a protest outside the Amritsar deputy commissioner's office on March 19. The farmers are demanding action on several issues, including compensation for last year's flood damage. In a press address, Sarwan Singh Pandher, a leader of the organization, emphasized the need for compensation related to alleged tractor-trolley thefts during previous protests. He also called for the withdrawal of cases against farmers, particularly those concerning stubble burning. The protest decision emerged from a meeting led by key farmer leaders. Plans include opposing Union Home Minister Amit Shah's visit to Punjab …