Farmers Demand Action: Renewed Protests for MSP Law and Other Issues

Farmers demand MSP law, debt waiver, justice for victims, and land rights; protests intensify nationwide

Farmers from across the country, under the banner of Samyukt Kisan Morcha (Non-Political) and Kisan Mazdoor Morcha, have intensified their protest, launching the second phase of their movement. On February 13, they announced a march to Delhi, demanding urgent action on several long-pending issues, including a Minimum Support Price (MSP) guarantee law.

The protests follow the historic 378-day farmers’ movement of 2020-21, which led to the repeal of three contentious farm laws. The government had also promised to form a committee to address the MSP issue, but farmers allege no substantial progress has been made in two years despite symbolic protests.

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Key Demands

1. MSP Law: Legally ensure MSP for all crops based on Swaminathan Commission recommendations.
2. Debt Waiver: Full loan waivers for farmers and laborers.
3. Land Rights: Implement the 2013 Land Acquisition Act, requiring farmers’ consent and fair compensation.
4. Justice for Lakhimpur Kheri Victims: Punish culprits and withdraw all cases against protesting farmers.
5. Pension and Compensation: Monthly pension of ₹10,000 for farmers and improved crop insurance schemes.
6. WTO Exit: Withdraw India from the World Trade Organization to protect local agriculture.
7. Adivasi Rights: Ensure land and forest rights for indigenous communities and stop corporate land grabs.
8. Other Demands: Increased MGNREGA wages, penalties for fake seeds and fertilizers, and the repeal of the Electricity Amendment Bill 2023.

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Protesters allege police brutality during their peaceful march to Delhi, with reports of firing, tear gas, and pellet guns being used. This violence led to the death of a farmer, loss of eyesight for five others, and over 400 injuries.

#WATCH | Delhi | On farmers' protest, Congress MP Rajeev Shukla says, " The government had promised legal guarantee of MSP to the farmers but in Punjab the situation such that paddy procurement is not even being done. The government has turned back on its word. Even the Vice… pic.twitter.com/GOO1dZ7AXP

— ANI (@ANI) December 6, 2024

Farmers have appealed to MPs, especially those whose parties had included these issues in their manifestos, to introduce a private member’s bill during the monsoon session of Parliament. Failure to act, they warn, will signal a lack of commitment to the farming community’s struggles.

The government is yet to respond decisively. Farmers remain steadfast, emphasizing their resolve to fight for their rights.

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