Villagers bring water to support hunger-striking farmer leader in Punjab

timesofindia.indiatimes.com February 4, 2025, 09:00 PM UTC

Farmer leader Jagjit Singh Dallewal is on day 71 of his hunger strike in Khanauri. Villagers from Haryana have brought water from their tube wells to support him, expressing their hopes for his recovery. Farmers from multiple villages participated, emphasizing the significance of the water as a symbol of their aspirations. More farmers are expected to arrive in Khanauri on February 6, 8, and 10. Additionally, farmer leaders are organizing major gatherings in Rajasthan and Punjab on February 11, 12, and 13 to mark a year of protests.


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