Untimely rain in Delhi adds to woes of farmer protesters

The spell of rain in the national capital has waterlogged roads and several places including the protest sites.

The untimely rainfall in Delhi as a result of Cyclone Tauktae, has added to the problems of the farmer protesters who have been protesting for almost six months at the Delhi borders, Singhu, Tikri and Ghazipur, demanding repeal of the three contentious farm laws and a legal guarantee for the minimum support Price (MSP).

The spell of rain in the national capital has waterlogged roads and several places including the protest sites. The farmers' union said that they are facing several problems related to food and accommodation. The Samyukta Kisan Morcha (SKM) on Wednesday warned the Centre to "not test their patience."

The SKM said in a statement that more than 470 farmers have been martyred in the farmers' movement. The union said that many agitators have had to leave their jobs, work and education but the government has stayed adamant throughout. According to the union, the Centre's attitude shows how inhuman and careless it is towards its own citizens, the ''anna daatas.'' The union added, "If the government cares about its farmers and wants their welfare, then it should initiate dialogue with the farmers and accept their demands."

11 rounds of talks have been held so far between the farmers' union and the government but to no avail. The Supreme Court had stayed the implementation of the three agricultural laws till further orders. It had also set up a committee to resolve the issue.