Agriculture Minister Narendra Singh is leading the negotiations with 40 farmer unions and has discussed the issue with Home Minister Amit Shah earlier today.
Speaking at a FICCI event, Rajnath Singh said the farm reforms have been undertaken keeping in mind the best interests of farmers and govt is always open to discussion and dialogue.
Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal said he would also observe a day-long fast Monday and appealed to the govt to shun ego and scrap the legislations.
Farmers are seeking revocation of the farm laws, but the Modi govt is agreeing to only amendments. Experts say reforms not new, solution should be face-saving.
In a meeting Saturday with Union ministers Rajnath Singh and Narendra Tomar, the BKU (Bhanu) agreed to vacate part of Chilla border to reopen key Delhi-Noida road.
The farmer unions have also announced a hunger strike from 8 am to 5 pm on 14 December at Singhu border where scores of farmers have been protesting since 26 November.
The peaceful protest was soon hijacked by the separatist Sikhs who were carrying Khalistani flags with anti-India banners which said they represent The Republic of Khalistan.
Terming new farm laws as 'anti-farmer', RLP's Hanuman Beniwal said if PM Modi is concerned about farmers, he should implement the recommendations of the Swaminathan Commission.
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Under joint venture, JSW Sarbloh Motors will indigenise and manufacture TX range ATVs in Chandigarh. The first India-assembled unit is expected by early 2026.
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