Restart talks with farmers: MLA Rana Gurmit Singh Sodhi to Modi

Ferozepur, October 24

In an appeal to Prime Minister Narendra Modi, former Cabinet Minister and MLA Rana Gurmit Singh Sodhi said it was high time the farmers returned to their homes to celebrate the festive season with their families.

“We have seen farmers stand united and determined to get their voices heard. Hundreds have lost lives while fighting for their rights. It is unfortunate that protesting farmers continue to live in extreme conditions without proper sanitation and clean drinking water,” said Sodhi, adding their persistence despite the continued plight had only shown their resolve.

“The Modi government should immediately reinitiate talks with farmers to withdraw these laws so that the farmers can return to their homes,” he said.

Sodhi also demanded the families of the farmers who sacrificed their lives during this protest should be extended financial assistance of Rs 50 lakh along with free education for their children. — OC