In a move to uphold justice and human rights, UNITED SIKHS has announced advocacy and humanitarian support for the farmers affected in the current protests. At a press conference, our directors Amritpal Singh and Gurpreet Singh, along with Advocate Gurmohanpreet Singh, and farmer leaders — Samyukt Kisan Morcha (SKM) leader Baldev Singh Sirsa and Kisan Mazdoor Morcha (KMM) leader Ashok Balhara, outlined their efforts to provide legal assistance and support to the farming community. 

Farmers are camping on the border between Panjab and Haryana after being blocked by concrete and metal barricades to stop their march towards Delhi. Police have detained some protesters. Recent unfortunate incidents have led to multiple requests for humanitarian and legal support.

“Our response to the recent incidents involving the farming communities is two-fold: immediate medical assistance and long-term legal support,” stated Gurpreet Singh, Director, UNITED SIKHS. “We have mobilized resources including ambulances for medical aid, along with our legal team to address the injustices faced by the farmers during the peaceful protests.”

Baldev Singh Sirsa, leader of Samyukt Kisan Morcha (SKM) said, “The solidarity and assistance provided by UNITED SIKHS have been invaluable, not only during the current protests but also in past crises such as the COVID-19 pandemic.

Farmer leader representing Kisan Mazdoor Morcha (KMM) Ashok Balhara said, “We express our gratitude to the humanitarian efforts by UNITED SIKHS and similar NGOs on the ground, and we appeal for support to the on-going work for the rights of the farmers”

A Farmer Relief Helpline (+91 9999053503) has been established to provide farmers with direct access to legal support and guidance.

Your support is critical in providing medical aid and extending legal assistance to the farmers.

Sincerely,

Gurvinder Singh
International Humanitarian Aid Director
UNITED SIKHS