Farmers in Gautam Buddha Nagar jail on hunger strike

The Samyukt Kisan Morcha (SKM) on Sunday said Greater Noida farmers, currently jailed, have gone on a hunger strike.

"Farmers from Greater Noida, currently imprisoned in the District Jail of Gautam Buddha Nagar, have gone on a hunger strike to defend their rights and interests," SKM said in a statement.

They said the farmers have long-pending demands, including the implementation of a new law that ensures 10 per cent land allotment. "These farmers were forcibly detained by the administration while peacefully protesting," SKM said.