Hold on Protest, Decision in 2 Days: After a marathon meeting with government officials, farmer leaders have temporarily halted their 'Delhi Chalo' march. They received a proposal from the government involving the purchase of pulses, maize, and cotton crops by government agencies at minimum support prices (MSP) for five years.
Farmers to Respond after Deliberation: While the farmers appreciate the proposal, they will take two days to study it in detail and discuss it among themselves before deciding their future course of action. If their concerns are not addressed within the stipulated time, they threaten to resume their march on February 21st at 11 AM.
Key Points of Proposal:
MSP Guarantee: The government has proposed to guarantee MSP for the purchase of pulses, maize, and cotton crops for five years.
Direct Procurement: Government agencies will directly procure these crops from farmers.
Market Intervention: The government will intervene in the market to ensure farmers receive fair prices for their produce.
Farmers' Demands:
MSP Guarantee for All Crops: Farmers are demanding a guaranteed MSP for all their crops, not just pulses, maize, and cotton.
Repeal of Farm Laws: They are still calling for the repeal of the three farm laws passed in 2020.
Debt Relief: Farmers are also struggling with mounting debt and are demanding loan waivers and other forms of financial assistance.
Internet Restrictions: Mobile internet services remain suspended in parts of Punjab and Haryana as a precautionary measure to prevent any potential disruptions.
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