Archive · 21 Jul 2026
Farmers March to Delhi Over US Trade Deal
Farmers in Punjab are marching to Delhi to protest against a proposed trade deal between India and the US.
They are worried that this deal could bring in cheaper agricultural products from the US, making it hard for Indian farmers to compete.
They also want the government to guarantee the Minimum Support Price (MSP) system, which helps them sell their produce at a fair price.
The government says it will protect Indian farmers and that MSP is not part of the trade negotiations.
This protest reminds people of a big farmers' protest that happened in 2020-2021 against new farm laws.
The farmers plan to keep protesting until they get assurances that the trade deal will not harm their livelihoods.
Farmers from Punjab are marching to Delhi to protest against the proposed India-US trade deal.
They fear the deal could lead to cheaper imports, threatening their livelihoods and food security.
Farmers demand assurances on the Minimum Support Price (MSP) system and want it legally guaranteed.
The government assures that the deal will not compromise Indian agriculture and that MSP is not part of the negotiations.
The protest is smaller than the 2020-2021 agitation but reflects continued mistrust between farmers and the government over agricultural policy.
- Who
- Farmers from Punjab, led by organizations like Samyukta Kisan Morcha and Kisan Mazdoor Morcha
- What
- Protest against the proposed India-US trade deal and its potential impact on Indian agriculture
- When
- July 21, 2026
- Where
- March towards Delhi, stopped at the Shambhu border by Haryana Police
- Why
- Farmers fear the trade deal could lead to cheaper imports, threatening their livelihoods and food security, and want assurances on MSP and domestic agriculture
Farmers' Concerns
Government's Stance
Impact on Agriculture
Farmers' Concerns
Farmers fear the trade deal could lead to cheaper imports, threatening their livelihoods and food security.
Government's Stance
The government assures that the deal will not compromise Indian agriculture and will prioritize domestic interests.
Minimum Support Price (MSP)
Farmers' Concerns
Farmers demand a legal guarantee for MSP and fear that the trade deal could weaken the MSP system.
Government's Stance
The government states that MSP is a domestic policy and not part of the trade negotiations, and it will not be compromised.
- Date of Protest
- July 21, 2026
- Organizations Involved
- Samyukta Kisan Morcha, Kisan Mazdoor Morcha
- Main Concerns
- Impact of US trade deal on Indian agriculture, MSP system, and farmers' livelihoods
- Government's Position
- Assures protection of Indian farmers' interests and no compromise on MSP
- Previous Protest
- 2020-2021 farmers' agitation against farm laws