why aren’t we talking about this?! #FarmersProtest
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February 2, 2021
Rihanna and Greta Thunberg draw international attention to farmers' protests in India
The ongoing protests of contentious agriculture laws to deregulate the farming sector gained some international momentum with Tweets from both Rihanna and climate activist Greta Thunberg.
Photo via @ndtvfeedRihanna and Greta Thunberg draw international attention to farmers' protests in India
Why are India's farmers protesting?
- Farmers fear that the new laws will threaten decades-old concessions - such as assured prices - and weaken their bargaining power, leaving them vulnerable to exploitation by private companies
- The BJP government has offered to suspend the laws but the farmers want them repealed
- According to the 2016 Economic Survey, the average annual income of a farming family in more than half of India's states was a paltry Rs 20,000 ($271)
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Details from the article Rihanna and Thunberg shared
"Internet access remained blocked Monday in several districts of a state bordering India's capital following violent weekend clashes between police and farmers protesting controversial agricultural reforms ... The internet restrictions came after violent scenes last week as demonstrations continue against three agricultural laws passed in September." — CNN
The public and media respond
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This is the intervention India needs!
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Pop star #Rihanna extends support to protesting farmers, opposes internet shutdown in Haryana. India Today's gets us more details
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Many other celebrities shared their support
What in the human rights violations is going on?! They cut the internet around New Delhi?! #FarmersProtest
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#MeenaHarris on Wednesday became the latest prominent global personality to speak in favour of the protesting farmers in India.
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Thank you for your support✊ we need all the celebrities to support this peaceful protest #supportfarmers #nofarmersnofood
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Solidarity and love for my people.
I stand with farmers.
Stay peaceful, united and never back down.
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Farmers in India are facing many adversities, both political and due to the climate crisis.
We must all stand in solidarity with them and support the #FarmersProtests!
#IStandWithFarmers
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Singer Diljit, who has been vocal in his support of farmers, released a song titled 'RiRi' on Wednesday
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India's Ministry of External Affairs reacted to statements by celebrities
Cricketers and Bollywood celebrities reiterated the government's call to "stand together"
Farmers constitute an extremely important part of our country. And the efforts being undertaken to resolve their issues are evident. Let’s support an amicable resolution, rather than paying attention to anyone creating differences. 🙏🏻#IndiaTogether #IndiaAgainstPropaganda
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Let us all stay united in this hour of disagreements. Farmers are an integral part of our country and I'm sure an amicable solution will be found between all parties to bring about peace and move forward together. #IndiaTogether
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India’s sovereignty cannot be compromised. External forces can be spectators but not participants.
Indians know India and should decide for India. Let's remain united as a nation.
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Agriculture is a very important part of the machinery of the Indian economic system. Farmers are the backbone of any country’s ecosystem. This is an internal matter which I’m sure will be resolved through dialogue. Jai Hind! #IndiaStandsTogether #IndiaAgainstPropoganda 🇮🇳
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Reaching a solution that benefits our great nation is of utmost importance right now. Let’s stand together and move forward together towards a better and brighter future. #IndiaTogether #IndiaAgainstPropaganda
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Lets stand united against any propaganda. Together we can and we will! #IndiaAgainstPropoganda #IndiaTogether
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Ex Police Commissioner Amod Kanth says "Delhi cannot become Tiananmen Square" on build up of walls, barricades, nails & spikes at protest sites of Farmers. Says Police in a very tough position & "Government must find a solution"- Full show : youtube.com/watch?v=pHgYQh
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"At least nine senior Indian journalists are facing criminal charges for reporting allegations that Delhi police fatally shot a farmer in the head during protests last week, despite the authorities claiming no shots were fired." nzzl.us/vJE0y1l
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This is what’s happening in India and how you can help.
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Farmers have called for a nationwide demonstration on February 6
Security has been tightened at the Singhu, Tikri and Ghazipur borders around Delhi using concrete barricades, iron nails and barbed wires amid ongoing protests by farmers.
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