Bhartiya Kisan Union Backs Operation Sindoor Amid Political Tensions

The Bhartiya Kisan Union (BKU) has declared its unequivocal support for the government's 'Operation Sindoor', choosing to defer all planned protests, including agitations and dharnas, announced its national spokesperson Rakesh Tikait in a Facebook video message.

The decision follows a recent terrorist attack in Kashmir's Pahalgam, which left 26 people, predominantly tourists, dead. Tikait had initially proposed a tractor march to protest the incident, yet the march's timing remains uncertain. He lauded the authorities for their robust action and urged continued rigorous efforts against terrorism.

BKU, which has long championed farmers' rights, condemns alleged political manoeuvres targeting Tikait, as demonstrated during an 'Akrosh' rally. The incident prompted calls for a panchayat to discuss perceived conspiracies against the farmers' movement, garnering backing from the Samyukt Kisan Morcha and the All India Kisan Sabha.

(With inputs from agencies.)