Vinesh Phogat joins farmers’ stir at Shambhu border: Your daughter is with you
NEW DELHI, AUG 31 : Wrestler Vinesh Phogat showed her unwavering support for the farmers’ protest as she joined them at the Shambhu border, saying, “Your daughter is with you”. Farmers at the Shambhu border marked the 200th day of their ongoing protest on Saturday with a large gathering. Phogat joined them in a show of solidarity.
Farmers have been stationed at the Shambhu border since February 13, after authorities prevented their march to Delhi. The protesters are demanding a legal guarantee for the Minimum Support Price (MSP) for all crops, among other key issues.
Phogat, a prominent sports personality and supporter of the farmers’ movement, was honoured with garlands by the farmers.
In her speech at the Shambhu border, Vinesh Phogat expressed admiration for the farmers, acknowledging that they have been sitting there for a long time, fighting for their rights, but their energy and determination have not diminished.
She shared her pride in being born into a farmer’s family and assured the protesters that she stands with them as their daughter.
“I am lucky that I was born in a farmer’s family. I want to tell you that your daughter is with you. We have to stand for our rights because nobody else will come for us. I pray to God that your demands are met and don’t return back without taking your rights,” said Phogat.
In her address at the Shambhu border, Vinesh urged the government to fulfil their demands. She voiced her disappointment that the farmers have not been heard for such a long time, emphasising that their determination has inspired others to continue fighting for their rights.
“Farmers are sitting here for 200 days for their rights. I appeal to the government to fulfil their demands. It is very sad that they have not been listened since 200 days. We got a lot of strength by seeing them,” she said.
She reiterated that her primary focus is on supporting the farmers in their fight for justice.
Farmer leader Sarwan Singh Pandher stated that the protest is being conducted peacefully but with great intensity. He mentioned that the Centre is testing their resolve, and their demands have not yet been met.
“We will present our demands to the government once again, and new announcements will also be made,” Pandher told India Today TV. He emphasised that completing 200 days of protest is a significant milestone.
The farmers have called for strict action against Bollywood actress and Member of Parliament (MP) Kangana Ranaut. They have urged the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) to take a firm stand against Ranaut, whose remarks have previously sparked controversy and opposition among the farming community.
The farmers have also hinted at revealing their strategy for the upcoming Haryana polls. They plan to announce their next steps in the coming days, emphasising their intention to play an active role in the political landscape of the state.
-PTI
