Labourers hold event to back farmers

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Labourers hold event to back farmers

Description

Patiala: In support of the ongoing farmers’ protests, labourers held a mahapanchayat in Nabha of Patiala district. MGNREGA and construction workers, mid-day meal workers and farm labourers participated in the state. MGNREGA Front Punjab played a key role in organising the mahapanchayat at Nabha grain market. Farmer leader Balbir Singh Rajewal said the labourers’ event would provide a boost to the agitation. The central government was ready for amendments in three farm laws but was unwilling to repeal them, he said. tnn

Publisher

The Times of India

Date

2021-03-22

Coverage

Chandigarh