New Delhi, December 25, 2020
Highlights of the on-going, live, Indian Farmers protests at the Delhi border include opinions and voices of Indian Americans
Several International leaders and politicians from the US and Canada have been criticized by India for their remarks related to the Farmers’ protests in India. It has been claimed as an internal matter and their remarks are, therefore, being seen as an intrusion. This agitation has impacted people globally and more so the Indians residing in America and Canada.
Recently United States – Secretary of State, Mike Pompeo has received a letter dated 23rd December, from 7 reputed lawmakers in the USA. The letter requests him to bring up and discuss the latest issue of the farmers’ protests in India with his Indian counterpart. The issue is very concerning for Sikh Americans who have strong ties with India. They have land in India, which they have inherited from their ancestors, as well as close relatives and friends still residing in India. It is said that several Indians residing outside India have a close connection of a similar nature. It is suggested in the letter that Pompeo can offer advice to resolve this matter amicably. The Indian Americans are concerned about the safety and well-being of their families in the wake of this stir and fear for them.
The lawmakers have mentioned in their letter that the intent is not to meddle in the affairs of the Indian Government but to counsel them to resolve this favorably. Since November 26th, 2020, farmers from Punjab and Haryana have gathered in large numbers and have been protesting on the Delhi borders against 3 Farm laws enacted in September by the Government. They are protesting peacefully and seeking its repeal.
The current on-going farmers protest in India at the Delhi borders has garnered immense support from Indians living abroad, especially from Sikhs residing in the USA and Canada.
