New Delhi, March 28: Punjab farmer leader Jagjit Singh Dallewal, who was on an indefinite hunger strike for farmers’ demands, has now ended his fast. On Friday morning, he accepted water and broke his hunger strike, the Punjab government informed the Supreme Court. A Supreme Court bench, consisting of Justices Surya Kant and N Kotiswar Singh, was given this information by Punjab’s Advocate General, Gurminder Singh.
Farmers’ protests continue in New Delhi as Jagjit Singh Dallewal, on his 42nd day of hunger strike, rejects medical help. The Supreme Court’s committee, concerned for his health, urged action from the Central Government on farmers’ demands. Dallewal insists he will end his fast if promises from the government are fulfilled.
The Supreme Court of India adjourned the farmers’ protest hearing until January 10, 2025, pending a report from a committee meeting with protesting farmers. Concerns regarding the health of leader Jagjit Singh Dallewal, who is on a hunger strike, remain critical, with calls for medical intervention amid ongoing negotiations.
Farmers in Punjab recently observed a statewide shutdown, the ‘Punjab Bandh,’ protesting for a legal guarantee of Minimum Support Price (MSP) for 24 crops. A meeting with the Supreme Court-appointed committee is scheduled for January 3. Key leader Jagjit Singh Dallewal continues a hunger strike, demanding farmers’ rights and support.
Today, On 31st December, Punjab’s Advocate General informed the Supreme Court that leader Dallewal would accept medical aid only when the Centre invites farmers for talks. This statement came in response to ongoing issues concerning the farmer protests. The court had previously asked for updates on the matter. Dallewal’s condition remains a point of contention amidst the protests.
Farmer leader Jagjit Singh Dallewal continues his hunger strike amidst protests for a legal guarantee of minimum support prices in Punjab. The Supreme Court has criticized the state government’s inaction regarding his health and ordered a hospital transfer. Tensions rise as negotiations continue, and a shutdown is planned for December 30.
The Supreme Court has granted the Punjab government until December 31 to persuade farmer leader Jagjit Singh Dallewal, who is on a hunger strike, to accept medical assistance. Security has been heightened at the Khanauri Kisan Morcha amid concerns of government intervention. Dallewal demands legal guarantees for Minimum Support Price and other farmer rights.
Today, On 28th December, The Supreme Court criticized the Punjab government over the handling of farmer leader Jagjit Singh Dallewal’s health, who is on a fast unto death. The court remarked, “You’re creating a problem and then claiming helplessness,” after being informed that farmers were preventing his hospitalisation. The bench expressed concern over law and order and labelled the situation unprecedented. It also warned that obstructing medical aid could amount to a criminal offense.
Today, On 27th December, The Supreme Court issued a notice to the Punjab government regarding a contempt plea over the non-compliance of an order to provide medical aid to Jagjit Singh Dallewal. The Court emphasized that “somebody’s life is at stake” and medical assistance must be provided urgently. The Punjab government has been accused of not following the court’s instructions.
