Archive · 23 Jul 2026
Punjab Farmers Protest India-US Free Trade Agreement
Farmers in Punjab are protesting against the proposed Free Trade Agreement (FTA) between India and the US.
They believe this agreement will hurt farmers, dairy producers, and small traders by allowing cheaper imports.
The protests happened at several toll plazas, and vehicles were allowed to pass without paying tolls from 12 noon to 3 pm.
Farmers also oppose the Punjab government's land pooling policy, saying it will harm their interests.
Leaders like Jangveer Singh Chauhan and Avtar Singh Bobby warned that if the government goes ahead with these plans, the protests will intensify.
Farmers protested at multiple toll plazas in Punjab against the proposed India-US Free Trade Agreement (FTA).
Vehicles were allowed to pass toll-free from 12 noon to 3 pm during the protest.
Farmers claim the FTA will adversely affect their livelihoods and the agricultural sector.
Leaders warned of intensified agitation if the government proceeds with the FTA and land pooling policy.
Protests were organized by the Samyukta Kisan Morcha and other agricultural organizations.
- Who
- Farmers affiliated with the Samyukta Kisan Morcha and other agricultural organizations.
- What
- Protests against the proposed India-US Free Trade Agreement (FTA) and the Punjab government's land pooling policy.
- When
- July 22, 2023.
- Where
- Various toll plazas in Punjab, including Ludhiana, Bathinda, Hoshiarpur, Amritsar, Cholang, and Harse Mansar.
- Why
- Farmers believe the FTA will adversely impact their livelihoods and the agricultural sector, and the land pooling policy is detrimental to their interests.
Farmers' Concerns
Government's Position
Impact on Farmers
Farmers' Concerns
The proposed FTA would adversely affect farmers, dairy producers, poultry farmers, small traders, and other sections of society, further weakening their financial condition.
Government's Position
The government believes the FTA will boost economic growth and create new opportunities for various sectors.
Land Pooling Policy
Farmers' Concerns
The Punjab government's land pooling policy is detrimental to farmers and should be withdrawn.
Government's Position
The government maintains that the land pooling policy is necessary for infrastructure development and economic progress.
- Date
- July 22, 2023
- Locations
- Ludhiana, Bathinda, Hoshiarpur, Amritsar, Cholang, Harse Mansar
- Organizations Involved
- Samyukta Kisan Morcha, Doaba Kisan Committee, Bhartiya Kisan Union (BKU)
- Protest Duration
- 12 noon to 3 pm
- Key Leaders
- Jangveer Singh Chauhan, Balwinder Singh Mallhi Nangal, Avtar Singh Bobby, Pavittar Singh Dhugga
