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Chandigarh: Climate activist Sonam Wangchuk visited the Khanauri border protest site to meet farmer leader Jagjit Singh Dallewal, who has been on a hunger strike for over a month in support of farmers’ rights. Dallewal’s fast has now reached its 33rd day, drawing attention to the farmers’ ongoing struggle.
Accompanied by other leaders from two farmer unions, Wangchuk expressed solidarity with Dallewal and conveyed warm wishes from the people of Ladakh. He noted that Dallewal’s extended fast has left him barely able to speak. The meeting was primarily a show of support rather than a platform for lengthy discussions.
Farmers have been protesting for various demands, including a legal guarantee for a minimum support price (MSP). Since February 13, they have been camped at the Shambhu and Khanauri border points between Punjab and Haryana under the banners of Samyukta Kisan Morcha (Non-Political) and Kisan Mazdoor Morcha. Their attempts to march to Delhi were thwarted by security forces.
Wangchuk urged the public to empathize with farmers, emphasizing that the food we consume is produced by them. His visit serves as a gesture of solidarity for those fighting for their rights. The ongoing protests reflect farmers’ determination to secure their demands despite facing numerous challenges.
Recently, a group of 101 farmers attempted to march to Delhi on foot three times between December 6 and 14 but were stopped by Haryana’s security personnel each time, showcasing their resolve in the fight for justice and fair treatment.
The protests have highlighted the plight of farmers and their essential role in food production, underscoring the urgent need to address their concerns and protect their livelihoods. The situation at the Khanauri border remains tense as farmers continue their demonstrations, and the involvement of prominent figures like Wangchuk brings further attention to their cause.
On October 5, Wangchuk himself began an indefinite hunger strike to advocate for Ladakh’s demands for statehood and inclusion in the Sixth Schedule of the Constitution, aiming to secure constitutional protections for the local population’s land and cultural identity.
