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Samyukta Kisan Morcha Meeting to Discuss Situation at Shambhu and Khanauri Border Points

The Samyukta Kisan Morcha (SKM) is set to hold a meeting on Thursday to address the ongoing situation at the Shambhu and Khanauri border points between Punjab and Haryana. These border points have become the epicenter of the farmers’ protests as thousands of farmers continue to camp there as part of the “Delhi Chalo” call given by their respective organizations.

Presence of SKM Leaders from Various States

Leaders from the SKM representing states such as Punjab, Haryana, Uttar Pradesh, West Bengal, and others have gathered for the meeting to discuss the developments at the border points. Bharti Kisan Union (Lakhowal) general secretary, Harinder Singh Lakhowal, mentioned that the SKM will deliberate on the events that transpired at Shambhu and Khanauri on Wednesday.

Support for Ongoing Agitation

Aside from assessing the situation at the border points, the SKM will also decide on how to extend support to the ongoing agitation. The Samyukta Kisan Morcha (Non-Political) and the Kisan Mazdoor Morcha (KMM) are leading the “Delhi Chalo” march to emphasize their demands, which include a legal guarantee on the minimum support price (MSP) for crops and a farm loan waiver.

Temporary Halting of Protest

The farmers’ march was temporarily halted for two days following clashes at Khanauri, where a protester lost his life and several police personnel were injured. The deceased protester was identified as Shubhkaran Singh, a 21-year-old resident of Bathinda district in Punjab.

Next Steps

Farmer leader Sarwan Singh Pandher stated that the next course of action will be decided on Friday evening. The farmers in Punjab are also advocating for the implementation of the Swaminathan Commission’s recommendations, pension for farmers and farm labourers, and various other demands related to the welfare of the agricultural community.

Conclusion

In conclusion, the meeting of the Samyukta Kisan Morcha holds significant importance in addressing the ongoing protests at the Shambhu and Khanauri border points. The discussions and decisions taken during the meeting will shape the future direction of the farmers’ agitation and their demands for agricultural reforms.

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