Even as Prime Minister Narendra Modi emphasized the need to transform the agricultural sector during his Independence Day speech at the Red Fort, farmers protesting at the Shambhu border expressed their disappointment, claiming their demands have been ignored. The farmers, who have been demonstrating against the government’s farm laws for several months, felt that the Prime Minister’s speech did not sufficiently address their concerns. They criticized the government for being insensitive to the plight of farmers and called for immediate action on issues such as debt relief, guaranteed minimum support prices, and the repeal of the controversial farm laws. The protest at the Shambhu border, which connects Punjab to Haryana, has drawn support from farmers across the country, creating a significant and ongoing movement. Despite multiple rounds of negotiations, the deadlock between the government and the farmers remains unresolved. The Prime Minister’s speech, while highlighting the importance of agriculture, failed to provide concrete solutions to the farmers’ grievances, further intensifying their discontent. This ongoing protest underscores the need for a more inclusive and responsive approach to addressing the concerns of the agricultural community, which remains a crucial part of India’s economy.
