Farmers in the Siwani area of Bhiwani district, Haryana, have raised serious concerns over an acute shortage of water and electricity for irrigation, warning that they will launch an agitation if their demands are not addressed promptly. The warning comes as residents of Chanot village in Hansi district continue a dharna demanding water supply.
Bharatiya Kisan Sangh Leads Protest Planning
A group of farmer activists under the banner of the Bharatiya Kisan Sangh (BKS) convened a meeting at Siwani Mandi to discuss the challenges faced by the farming community. District president Dilbag Singh chaired the meeting, where participants highlighted the worsening power and water shortage in the region.
The BKS activists also alleged discrimination against southern Haryana and opposed any move to hand over the power sector to private companies. They stated that the issues would be taken up with the authorities for an early resolution.
Chanot Village Dharna Gains Support
Meanwhile, the dharna committee spearheading the agitation at Chanot village in Hansi district reported that they have been receiving support from people across several districts, as well as from political parties. Anoop Singh Chanot, a member of the dharna committee, informed that several Congress MLAs visited the dharna site to lend their support.
The MLAs who extended support include Jhajjar MLA and former minister Geeta Bhukkal, Kalanaur MLA Shakuntala Khatak, Narnaund MLA Jassi Petwar, Guhla Chika MLA Hans Raj, Uklana MLA Naresh Selwal, and Baroda MLA Induraj Narwal. Their presence underscored the political significance of the water crisis in the region.
Farmers Demand Immediate Action
The farmers in Siwani area have demanded adequate supply of water and electricity for irrigation, warning that they would launch an agitation if their demands were not accepted. The BKS has vowed to take the matter to higher authorities for an early resolution. The situation highlights the ongoing water and power crisis in parts of Haryana, particularly affecting the farming community.
