The Latest Breaking News from Rakesh Tikait

Trade unions, farmers to hold rail roko, rasta roko protests on Aug 10 against 'pro-corporate policies'

Central trade unions and Samyukta Kisan Morcha will launch nationwide protests on August 10. They demand the repeal of labour codes and a legal MSP guarantee. The groups also oppose public sector privatisation and support students' movements. Further coordinated actions are planned if demands are not met. This marks a…

The Economic Times · Jul 29

Sonam Wangchuk loses over 9 kg after 19 days of hunger strike

Activist Sonam Wangchuk's hunger strike has reached a critical stage after nineteen days. Doctors warn his organs could be affected as he lost over nine kilograms. Wangchuk ruled out ending his fast without government response and urged a Parliament march. The Delhi High Court directed daily health monitoring and medical…

The Economic Times · Jul 16

Union budget shows Modi government is indifferent to farmer distress

The Union Budget for 2024-25, presented by union finance minister Nirmala Sitharaman on July 23, has drawn sharp criticism from farmers and agricultural experts alike for its letdown of the farming sector. In the backdrop of the massive crisis faced by the farming community and the resulting discontent, this budget…

Newslaundry · Jul 29, 2024

"Demands concern all farmers, we are in their support": Rakesh Tikait on 'Delhi Chalo' protest

Farmer leader Rakesh Tikait on Tuesday said that demands for law on MSP, implementation of Swaminathan Committee report and debt waiver concern all farmers and they support farmers who have embarked on 'Delhi Chalo' protest over these issues.

Dynamite News · Feb 13, 2024

Vedika calls for defeating BJP in general elections

Bharata Rajyanga Hakkula Parirakshana Vedika calls for defeating BJP in general elections, alleging abuse of power.

The Hindu · Jan 12, 2024

Restore mandi system in Bihar, says BKU leader Tikait; threatens to launch agitation

Rakesh Tikait said the schemes being run for farmers were not implemented properly.

The Hindu · Oct 7, 2023

Swaminathan transformed everything linked to agriculture: Rakesh Tikait

Rakesh Tikait, leader of Bharatiya Kisan Union, mourns the passing of MS Swaminathan, iconic scientist and father of India's Green Revolution. He remembers Swaminathan's positive influence on agriculture, farmers, and food security. He pledges to continue the fight for Swaminathan's ideas.

The Hindu · Sep 28, 2023

MSP demand | NH-44 remains blocked at Pipli in Haryana as talks between farmers, district administration fail

Farmers blocked the NH in Pipli in Haryana’s Kurukshetra district for a second day on June 13, 2023 over the MSP for sunflower seeds, with Rakesh Tikait asking the State government to accept the demand or send farmers to jail

The Hindu · Jun 13, 2023

Haryana farmers block Delhi-Chandigarh highway after mahapanchayat seeking MSP for sunflower seed

The “MSP Dilao, Kisan Bachao mahapanchayat”, called by Bharatiya Kisan Union (BKU) (Charuni), was held at a grain market in Pipli close to National Highway-44. After the mahapanchayat the farmers gathered on the highway, blocking it.

The Hindu · Jun 12, 2023

Wrestlers’ protest | Meet with wrestlers or face agitation from June 9, khap leaders warn Centre

Bharatiya Kisan Union leader Rakesh Tikait said WFI chief Singh should be arrested, and they are giving the government time till June 9 to act on the demand, else the agitation will be intensified

The Hindu · Jun 2, 2023