Prime Minister Narendra Modi announced on Friday that the government will repeal the three farm laws introduced last year that led to a massive protest of farmers, especially in Punjab and Haryana.
In his address to the nation on November 19, Modi also appealed to the protesting farmers to return to their homes.
He said the government will set up a committee to address all issues impacting farmers. Scientists, farmer groups, state and central officials will be a part of this new panel.
The goal of bringing the three farm laws was to empower farmers, especially small farmers.
The three laws were in farmers’ benefit and many farmers across the country welcomed it, said Modi. However, there was a section of farmers that protested against it.
