Farmers Protest in Khanauri: “Centre Can Do What It Wants, No Stopping Us”
From the epicenter of a hunger strike in Khanauri, farmers have reignited protests, albeit on a smaller scale compared to the massive 2020-21 demonstrations against the now-repealed farm laws. The ongoing protest focuses on a critical demand: saving the life of their leader, who is on a hunger strike.
“We are keeping it low key by design,” say the protesters, emphasizing that their current struggle is deeply personal. “It’s a matter of our leader’s life.” Despite the reduced scale, the resolve remains unshaken, with demonstrators asserting, “The Centre can do what it wants, but there is no question of stopping.”
The protest has gained momentum with calls for greater government accountability and resolution of grievances. Farmer unions and supporters from nearby regions have joined in solidarity, underscoring the deep-rooted commitment of the agricultural community.
While the Centre has yet to respond to these renewed protests, the farmers remain firm in their stand, echoing the spirit of resistance seen during the historic agitation.