Archive · 21 Jul 2026
Farmers Protest India-US Trade Deal in Delhi
Farmers from many states in India are protesting in Delhi against a trade deal with the US.
They are worried that cheaper American farm products will come into India, making it hard for Indian farmers to sell their crops.
The government says the deal is fair and protects farmers, but the farmers want to see the full details of the agreement.
They are demanding that the government cancel the deal to protect their livelihoods.
The police have sealed borders and blocked roads to stop the farmers from reaching Delhi.
Thousands of farmers from multiple states are marching to Delhi to protest the India-US trade deal.
Farmers fear the deal will allow cheaper US agricultural products to flood Indian markets.
The government claims the deal protects sensitive agricultural products and ensures fair trade.
Farmers demand the full text of the agreement be made public for transparency.
Security measures include sealed borders, blocked roads, and the detention of key leaders.
- Who
- Farmers from Punjab, Haryana, Uttar Pradesh, Rajasthan, Uttarakhand, Telangana, Tamil Nadu, and Kerala
- What
- Protest against the proposed India-US trade deal
- When
- July 21, 2026
- Where
- Delhi, India
- Why
- Farmers fear the deal will hurt Indian agriculture and their livelihoods
Farmers' Concerns
Government's Stance
Impact on Indian Agriculture
Farmers' Concerns
Farmers fear cheaper US products will flood Indian markets, lowering crop prices and incomes.
Government's Stance
The government claims the deal protects sensitive agricultural products and ensures fair trade.
Transparency of the Deal
Farmers' Concerns
Farmers demand the full text of the agreement be made public for transparency.
Government's Stance
The government asserts that the deal is fair and protects farmers' interests without needing full disclosure.
- Date of Protest
- July 21, 2026
- Location of Protest
- Delhi, India
- Organizing Group
- Desh Bachao Morcha
- Key Concerns
- Cheaper US imports, lower crop prices, lack of tariff protections
- Government Response
- Claims the deal is fair and protects farmers
- Security Measures
- Borders sealed, roads blocked, key leaders detained