Massive rally of farmers and workers in Indian capital New Delhi
The rally was jointly organized by three of India’s biggest organizations representing workers, farmers, and agricultural laborers
Indian farmers defend the rights of farmers everywhere
Since prime minister Narendra Modi came to power in 2014, he has pushed an agenda to deliver Indian agriculture to the large corporate houses. But the farmers fought him then and continue to fight him now
‘Farmers’ victory will be a boost to all democratic struggles’
On 19 November 2021, Indian prime minister Narendra Modi announced that the government will be repealing the three controversial farm laws. Farmers have been protesting for close to a year against these laws
After a year of struggle by farmers, Indian government forced to withdraw farm laws
Movements across India celebrated the struggle by the farmers during which they faced great repression and vilification. Around 750 people are believed to have died during the agitation which saw thousands camp on the borders of Delhi
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