Indian Farmers Protests

• Indian farmers cite support of Canada as farm laws repealed, but demands not met

  Farmers engaged in a dispute with the Indian government say there is reason for small celebrations, thanks in part to international support, but the work is not yet complete.

  World

  Nov 19, 2021
  
• ‘Jubilation with a touch of caution’: B.C. reacts as India repeals contentious farm laws

  Hundreds of people celebrated at Scott Road and 72 Avenue in Surrey moments after Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi made the surprise announcement.

  World

  Nov 19, 2021
  
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• Indian PM Modi repeals contentious farm laws after yearlong farmers’ protests

  Narendra Modi made the announcement to repeal the three farm laws during a televised speech that was broadcast live to the entire nation.

  World

  Nov 19, 2021
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• One year of Indian farmers’ protests prompts B.C. activists to renew call for solidarity

  Supporter Mandip Kharod says attention on the plight of Indian farmers remains, but it can become out of sight, out of mind for some.

  Canada

  Oct 24, 2021
• Deadlock between Indian farmers, government continues as talks fail again

  The farmers say the laws will lead to the cartelization and commercialization of agriculture and make farmers vulnerable to corporate greed.

  World

  Jan 4, 2021