The Supreme Court will hear a plea seeking medical aid for farmers’ leader Dallewal on January 15. On December 12, 2024, Dallewal appealed to several religious leaders, urging them to press the Central government to meet the farmers’ demands. These demands include a legal assurance of a minimum support price (MSP) for crops. The plea highlights the ongoing struggle for farmers’ rights and welfare.
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.
Today, On 2nd January, The Supreme Court has criticized the Punjab government, emphasizing that its concern is farmer leader Jagjit Singh Dallewal’s safety, not ending his fast. The Court clarified that its order to shift him to a hospital does not imply the termination of his hunger strike. The Court stressed the importance of Dallewal’s health, calling his life invaluable as a leader advocating for farmers’ rights. The Punjab government has been directed to comply with the order and prioritize Dallewal’s well-being.
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Today, On 13th December, Punjab farmer leader Jagjit Singh Dallewal’s hunger strike entered its 18th day amid critical health concerns. The Supreme Court urged urgent dialogue between the government and Dallewal, who seeks legal guarantees for MSP and has outlined 13 demands. Ongoing protests continue at the Punjab-Haryana border.
The Haryana government appealed to the Supreme Court against a High Court order to remove barricades at the Shambhu border. The barricades were set up due to farmer protests demanding a legal guarantee for minimum support price for crops. The Supreme Court questioned the state’s authority to block the highway and emphasized the need to regulate traffic.
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Today(on 12th July),The Supreme Court directed the Haryana government to remove barricades blocking the Ambala-New Delhi highway at the Shambhu border, where farmers have been protesting since February 13. The court questioned the justification for blocking the highway amid ongoing farmer protests for MSP and other demands.
The Supreme Court stayed the removal of protestors from the Chandigarh-Mohali road, providing reprieve to protesting farmers. The legal debate regarding protestor rights and public order continues. The protests are led by the Sanyukt Kisan Morcha seeking MSP guarantee, debt write-offs, and pension for elderly farmers. The protests have led to road blockages and legal disputes.
The Supreme Court requested responses from the Central government, as well as the states of Punjab and Haryana, regarding a Public Interest Litigation (PIL) aimed at establishing policy guidelines. This PIL seeks to address issues related to policy formulation and implementation within the respective regions. The court’s action underscores a growing focus on governance and regulatory frameworks at a regional level.
On Tuesday(12th March),The Supreme Court declined immediate intervention in the Punjab-Haryana farmers’ protest, respecting the ongoing proceedings in the High Court. The plea aimed to disperse protesters and clear road blockades. The Court emphasized the need to avoid parallel proceedings and encouraged involvement in the High Court’s hearings, highlighting the urgency of the matter.
The Punjab and Haryana High Court addressed petitions related to the ongoing farmers’ protest, emphasizing the need for a peaceful resolution that balances protesters’ rights with public safety. The court urged dialogue and cautioned against using force as a first resort, highlighting the complex interplay between civil liberties and governance. The upcoming hearing on February 15 will be pivotal in shaping the resolution and setting precedents for similar protests in the future.
