Maninderjit Singh Bitta Says Farmers Agitation is politically motivated

Vapi : Maninderjit Singh Bitta, ex-Punjab Minister and Chairman of the All India Anti-Terrorist Front, has commented on the current farmers’ protests, warning against turning the demonstrations for rights into political in nature. Bitta stressed the need for responsible behaviour in organising such rallies and expressed worries about the possible infiltration of anti-social forces into the protests during his visit to Vapi.

Maninderjit Singh Bitta, a notable figure in Punjab politics and a proponent of anti-terrorism efforts, has entered the discussion over the farmers’ demonstrations, advocating for a more careful and thoughtful approach to fighting for rights. While at Vapi, Bitta emphasised the need of carrying out such activities in a way that maintains peace and national unity.

Bitta warned against using the ‘Dilli Chalo’ march by farmers advocating for a Minimum Support Price (MSP) bill for political advantage. He emphasised the significance of a detailed knowledge of the underlying causes and stressed the need for engagement between the administration and protesting parties to find peaceful solutions.

Bitta brought up important points about the focus of farmer protests mainly in Punjab, hinting that other influences could be trying to manipulate the movement for their own purposes. He cautioned against the infiltration of individuals with anti-social tendencies into the demonstrations, highlighting the possible risk to the nation’s peace and stability.

Bitta also criticised those who had threatened Prime Minister Narendra Modi. He commended Modi’s leadership for actions like countering terrorism, abolishing Article 370 in Kashmir, and supporting the building of the Ram Mandir in Ayodhya, considering these important achievements for the nation. He advocated for unity in protecting India’s dignity and reputation, especially when confronted with foreign influences.

Bitta warned of the participation of Khalistani groups in the rallies, accusing them of plotting to disrupt Delhi and the country using the farmers’ movement as a cover. He emphasised the need for productive communication between the administration and demonstrators to resolve issues and reach mutually advantageous outcomes.