Archive · 20 Aug 2025
Farmers Protest Land Pooling, Oppose Privatization in Jalandhar
Farmers in Jalandhar held a big meeting called a 'Mahapanchayat' to protest against some government plans.
They don't want the government to take their land for development, and they are also against new electricity meters and not getting paid for their sugarcane.
The farmers believe the government is trying to take their land without following the proper rules and are also worried about the electricity company possibly becoming private.
They are worried that these changes will hurt them and their livelihoods.
Farmers and laborers gathered in Jalandhar for a Kisan Mahapanchayat.
The mahapanchayat opposed the government's land pooling scheme.
Protests also targeted prepaid/smart meters and non-payment of dues.
KMM leaders accused the government of land grabbing under 'development'.
They oppose the privatization of PSPCL.
- Who
- Farmers and laborers, organized by Kisan Mazdoor Morcha (KMM).
- What
- A Kisan Mahapanchayat to protest government policies.
- When
- Wednesday
- Where
- Kukkar village in Jalandhar
- Why
- To oppose the land pooling scheme, prepaid meters, and non-payment of dues.
Farmers' Perspective
Government's Perspective
Land Pooling
Farmers' Perspective
Oppose land pooling scheme, claiming it is an attempt to grab land.
Government's Perspective
Not mentioned in the articles.
PSPCL Privatization
Farmers' Perspective
Oppose prepaid/smart meters and privatization of PSPCL.
Government's Perspective
Not mentioned in the articles.
- Event
- Kisan Mahapanchayat
- Location
- Kukkar village, Jalandhar
- Organizer
- Kisan Mazdoor Morcha (KMM)
- Main Issues
- Land pooling, prepaid meters, non-payment of dues