Farmers across Punjab are holding coordinated village-level meetings to prepare for a large-scale tractor march scheduled for January 26, following a call by the Samyukt Kisan Morcha. The mobilization focuses on opposing the proposed Electricity Amendment Bill 2025 and Seed Bill 2025, calling for the repeal of four labor codes, and demanding restoration of the original framework of MGNREGA.
SKM Leaders Criticize Electricity and Seed Bills Impact on Farm Operations
At a well-attended meeting in Bhindi Saidan village, farmer leaders outlined concerns that the new legislative proposals could raise input costs, restrict seed choice, and weaken rural employment safeguards. Speakers argued that these changes would add pressure to farm economics at a time when margins remain tight and mechanization costs are rising.
Tractor March Logistics Set for Ajnala and Jandiala Guru Routes
Separate planning sessions in Nawan Pind finalized logistics for the January 26 march toward Jandiala Guru. Farmers will assemble with tractors by 11 am, then proceed through Tirthpura and Wadala Johal villages, merge onto the GT Road near the Nijjar toll plaza, and conclude at Jandiala Guru. Organizers emphasized disciplined convoys, clear routing, and coordination to ensure safe movement of agricultural machinery on public roads.
Fifth Anniversary of Delhi Farmers Movement Shapes Messaging
Leaders framed the tractor parades as both a policy protest and a commemoration of the fifth anniversary of the Delhi farmers movement. The messaging centers on unity among farmers and workers, with several speakers confirming participation by women farmers and support for a nationwide trade union strike planned for February 12.
Event Snapshot
- What: Tractor march opposing Electricity Amendment Bill 2025, Seed Bill 2025, labor codes, and changes to MGNREGA.
- Who: Farmers mobilized by Samyukt Kisan Morcha.
- When: January 26, assembly from 11 am.
- Where: Punjab, with routes through villages near Amritsar, concluding at Ajnala and Jandiala Guru.
