A group of 101 farmers will march from the Shambhu border (Punjab-Haryana) to Delhi on January 21, demanding a legal guarantee for Minimum Support Price (MSP) on crops. This marks their fourth attempt after previous efforts were blocked by security forces.
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- 101 farmers, called “Marjeevdas,” will march to Delhi to demand MSP guarantee.
- Previous attempts on December 6, 8, and 14, 2023, were stopped by Haryana Police using tear gas, water cannons, and pepper spray.
- 50 farmers injured in earlier attempts; security forces prevented peaceful marches.
- The march is led by Kisan Mazdoor Morcha (KMM) and Samyukta Kisan Morcha (non-political).
- Farmer leaders Manjit Singh Rai and Balwant Singh Behramke to lead the group.
- Haryana Police has increased border security and banned gatherings under Section 163.
- Protesters express concern over Jagjit Singh Dallewal’s deteriorating health during his fast-unto-death, now on Day 52.
- Farmers have camped at the Shambhu and Khanauri borders since February 2023, demanding MSP guarantees and other farmer rights.
- Protesters urge the government to allow peaceful marches to Delhi.




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