Farmers announce nationwide protest from May 10

MULTAN: President of Pakistan Kissan Ittehad Khalid Mahmood Khokhar has announced nationwide protests from May 10, here on Sunday.

Speaking at a press conference in Multan, Khalid Mahmood Khokhar lamented the dire situation faced by farmers, stressing that the absence of government procurement has left them with no choice but to take to the streets.

He said that they will expand their protest movement nationwide, highlighting the financial losses incurred by farmers, Khokhar revealed that the community has suffered a staggering Rs. 400 billion hit due to low wheat prices.

Khalid Khokhar outlined the protest plan, stating that it would kick off with symbolic funeral prayers for agriculture, followed by a march to Lahore, gathering farmers from across the country. Tractors and livestock will accompany the protesting farmers, underscoring the widespread impact of the crisis.

Khalid Khokhar further said that farmers are currently facing immense hardships. Despite working round the clock, farmers are left with nothing.

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The agony farmers are enduring cannot be adequately expressed. It has been repeatedly suggested to establish an independent agricultural commission, he added.

Kissan Ittehad declared on Sunday nationwide protests from May 10 in response to the government’s failure to purchase wheat from farmers.