Singhu, Tikri Borders Packed; Leaders Laud Farmers as Protests Complete 1 Year
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Farmers are marking the one-year anniversary of their successful protest against the Centre's contentious farm laws on Friday, 26 November, with massive gatherings in Delhi, and other places.
A blood donation camp has been set up at Singhu border and morning prayers were held on Friday as the protest site marks one year since the agitation began.
Despite the repeal of the laws announced by PM Modi last week, farmers have announced that the protest will continue as several of their other demands have not been fulfilled yet. Consequently, they will hold several events and protests across the country on Friday.
On Thursday, many tractors, jeeps, and cars were seen leaving Punjab and heading to Singhu, Tikri, and Ghazipur borders, the sites of the year-long protest in and around the national capital.
In states which are far away from Delhi, the anniversary will be marked with rallies, dharnas and other programmes
A meeting of Samyukta Kisan Morcha will be held on 27 November at Singhu. In the meeting, the farm unions will take a decision regarding the further course of action
A massive Kisan-Mazdoor Mahapanchayat is scheduled to be held in Mumbai's Azad Maidan on 28 November
After an announcement by Prime Minister Narendra Modi on 19 November to repeal the three farm laws, the cabinet had on Wednesday approved its repeal and also said the formality in the Parliament will be completed at the earliest
The farmers' movement had begun with a call of 'Dilli Chalo' on 26 November 2020
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What Is the Aim of Friday's Programme?
Apart from commemorating the event, farmers are demanding a law to ensure a fair Minimum Support Price for their crops, and withdrawal of cases lodged against them during the year-long agitation.
They also want the removal of Union Minister Ajay Misra in connection with the incident in Lakhimpur Kheri which left four farmers dead, as well as a memorial for the protesters who have died.
Farmer En Route to Tikri to Celebrate 1-Year of Protest Dies in Accident
A 50-year-old farmer from a village in Punjab’s Barnala district died, while a 75-year-old farmer was seriously injured, in an accident while on their way to the Tikri border early 24 November night.
The incident took place at the Gohana-Rohtak road in Haryana at 8:40 pm, when a truck hit the men standing near their trolley, said Bhupinder Singh, a 31-year-old farmer who was present there.
The deceased, identified as Baljit Singh, was en route to Tikri protest site to participate in the anniversary of the Kisan Andolan. Balwant Singh, a farmer, who is injured in the accident, is currently recuperating at a hospital.
Farmers to Block Highways in Karnataka
As per announcements, farmers will block highways in Karnataka. Meanwhile in Bihar, Tamil Nadu and Madhya Pradesh, trade unions have announced that they would join the farmers at the protests being held at district headquarters.
Large Gathering of Farmers at Singhu Border
Supporters at Singhu border.
Farmers gather at Singhu border.
Farmers gather at Singhu border.
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Farmers gather at Singhu border.
(Photo: Eshwar/The Quint)
Farmers gather at Singhu border.
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Thousands of Farmers From Punjab, UP & Haryana at Singhu
'Social Media Helped Farmers' Movement'
Blood Donation Camp, Prayers as Singhu Marks 1 Year of Farmers' Protests
Farmers Taught Us All How to Fight for Rights With Patience: CM Kejriwal
Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal on Friday said that farmers of the country have taught us all how to fight for rights with patience.
"Today, the farmers' agitation has completed one year. This historical agitation faced many conspiracies along with heat-cold and rain-storm. The farmer of the country taught us all that how to fight for the right with patience. I salute the courage, courage, spirit and sacrifice of the farmer brothers," he tweeted.
Huge Number of Protesters at Tikri Border
People gather at Tikri border to mark one year of the agitation.
People gather at Tikri border to mark one year of the agitation.
People gather at Tikri border to mark one year of the agitation.
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Stage at Singhu Border Packed as Farmers Mark 1 Year Anniversary
Visuals from Singhu border.
Visuals from Singhu border.
Visuals from Singhu border.
Visuals from Singhu border.
Farmers March From Narela to Singhu Border
Protests Won't Stop Till All Demands Met: Farmers at Tikri Border
Farmers' Protest Will be Remembered for Arrogance of 'Ruthless' BJP Govt: Priyanka Gandhi
Priyanka Gandhi Vadra on Friday said the farmers' agitation will be remembered for the farmers' unshakable 'satyagraha', the "martyrdom of 700 farmers" and the arrogance of the "ruthless" BJP government.
"One year of farmers' movement. Will be known for the unshakable satyagraha of farmers, the martyrdom of 700 farmers, the arrogance of the ruthless BJP government and the atrocities on 'annadatas'," Priyanka Gandhi said in a tweet in Hindi.
But farmers have always been hailed in India and will always be, the Congress general secretary said.
"The victory of the farmers' struggle is proof of this," she said and added, 'Jai Kisan'.
Kisan Mahapanchayat at Bahadurgarh to Mark 1-Year Anniversary
Farmers are holding a 'Kisan Mahapanchayat' on the first anniversary of protests against the three farm laws at Bahadurgarh, Haryana, reports news agency ANI.
Announcement Made by PM Modi in Light of Elections: Protester at Singhu
A woman protester at Singhu border told The Quint that the protesters would not leave till all their demands are met.
"Farmers had submitted their demands to the government. We will not leave from here till the time our demands are not met. When they agree to our demands, we will leave from here," she said.
She also added that they would not return to their homes till the time the farmers' bill is not repealed.
"This announcement was not made by PM Modi earlier. He announced because they are afraid they will lose in the upcoming elections. He did not say a word for the last one year. He knows he won't get votes otherwise," she added, speaking to The Quint.
Protesters at Tikri Border Wear 'The Country Won' Slogans on Hoodies
Protesters at Tikri border on Friday.
(Photo: Ashna Butani/The Quint)
AIDSO Leads Demonstrations at Singhu Border
We Don't Want Just Vocal Statements: Protester at Tikri Border
A farmer at Tikri border told The Quint that they want the government to repeal the laws and give it to them in writing as well.
"We have been here for the last one year. We want the government to repeal the three black laws. We want it in writing. We don't want just vocal statements," he said.
Govt Cancelling Law is Our Biggest Victory: Protester at Tikri Border
Amarjeet Singh, a protester from Bhatinda at Tikri border told The Quint, "Our fight was against the policy. The fact that they have cancelled that policy is our biggest victory. Our second biggest win is that in the last seven years, PM Modi did not step back even an inch. First, he introduced GST, saying they were right. Then demonetisation, saying they were right. Article 370, saying they were right. This is the first time in history, the farmers told him that he was wrong."
All Accused in Lakhimpur Incident Should be Arrested: Gurnam Singh Chaduni
Speaking to The Quint, senior Bharatiya Kisan Union (BKU) leader Gurnam Singh Chaduni stated the farmers' demands, saying that all accused including the minister should be arrested in the Lakhimpur incident.
Apart from that, Chaduni said that before giving anything in writing, including MSP, the government should hold talks with the unions first.
He also added that the deceased farmers should get adequate compensation from the government.
Protesters Mark 1-Year Anniversary of Protest in Bihar's Sitamadhi
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Here's What the Farmers Are Demanding as They Mark 1 Year of the Protests
'Will Decide How to Proceed With Protest When Parliament Runs': Tikait
Farmer leader Rakesh Tikait on Friday said that the contours of the farmers' protest, which has achieved the fulfillment of its demand for the repeal of the contentious agricultural laws, will be etched out soon.
"As long as the Parliament is in session, the government has time to think and understand. We will decide how to carry out the agitation further when Parliament runs. What will be the contours of the agitation will also be decided at the joint Kisan Morcha meeting to be held on 27 November," he was quoted as saying by ANI.
Delhi Police Issues Traffic Alert for Ghazipur
Delhi Traffic Police on Friday advised commuters to take alternative routes when travelling to Delhi from Ghaziabad, due to barricading at the Ghazipur Underpass.
"Traffic Alert Traffic coming from Ghaziabad towards Delhi side remain heavy, due to barrigating by Local Police at roundabout Gazipur Underpass. Commuter are advised to take alternative Vikash Marg/GT Road to Delhi," the police said in a tweet.
Delhi CM Kejriwal Congratulates Farmers
Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal on Friday congratulated farmers on the success of their movement, and said that their victory is also a win for the democracy.
"The farmer laws were passed with arrogance due to majority in Lok Sabha. Congratulate farmers for their success. All these who meant well for the country men, women, youth, traders supported it. I specially congratulate farmers from Punjab who led the agitation," Kejriwal said at the Delhi Assembly, PTI reported.
Singer Babbu Maan Visits Singhu Border
Popular singer-songwriter Babbu Maan visited the Singhu Border on Friday, on the occasion of the one-year-anniversary of the farmers' protest.
WATCH: 'Have No Hopes From This Govt,' Says 86-Year-Old Farmer
"We came here on 26 November. It has been 1 year now. When I came here, I was 85 years old. Now I'm 86. I've even seen the British government. I have no hopes from this government. It is trying to lure us by saying that we have repealed your three laws, telling us to go home. But the matter is not finished," farmer Nishattar Singh Grewal told The Quint.
'The Day Our Demands Are Met, We Will Leave Happily': Women Farmers at Tikri Border
A number of women farmers collected at the Tikri border spoke to The Quint on Friday, reiterating the farmers' demands for a law on MSP, justice in the Lakhimpur Kheri murder case, and the withdrawal of the multiple cases registered against farmers.
"The matter isn't finished for now. When all our demands are met, that day we will happily get up from here and leave," said 80-year-old woman Amarjeet Kaur, who hails from Punjab.
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'26 November Marks Great Moment of People's Struggle in History': SKM
"On November 26th 2021, the farm movement completed one year of its historic struggle with lakhs of farmers, joined by workers, youths, women and common citizens in nationwide programs. The day will forever be remembered as one of the greatest moments of a people’s struggle in history. This day marked twelve long months of the farmers struggle, with numerous victories which seemed unlikely, and even impossible, with a will and determination to continue to fight for the unfulfilled demands of the farmers," the Samyukta Kisan Morcha, the umbrella body of farmers' unions that is spearheading the protests, said in a statement.
"The farm movement stands as a testimony to the will of the common people to fight against an unrelenting government, and for a long time, will be remembered as an example of peaceful satyagraha inspired by Mahatma Gandhi and the Indian freedom movement," it added.
Crucial SKM Meeting on MSP Law Demand on 27 November
SKM’s top decision making body’s, a nine-member committee of farmer leaders, will hold a crucial meeting on Saturday at 11 am.
Leaders of all farm organisations, including those leading agitations in Rajasthan, Haryana, and other states, have been asked to attend tomorrow’s meeting.
The final roadmap for the demand for a law guaranteeing MSP law is likely to be drawn tomorrow.
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