PM Narendra Modi says he has decided to withdraw three farm laws that sparked year-long protests.
India farmers: Protesters celebrate as Modi backs down
After year-long protests by farmers in India, PM Modi has announced that agricultural laws are to be withdrawn and told protesters to return home. But many say they won’t leave until it is “completed in writing”.
Published On 24 Nov 2021
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