Tragic Loss Amid Farmer Protests: Ranjodh Singh's Sacrifice

Ranjodh Singh, a farmer from Ludhiana, died after consuming poison during farmer protests at Shambhu border. Distressed by the health of fasting leader Jagjit Singh Dallewal, Singh took the step as protests demand legal MSP guarantees. Farmers continue agitation at Punjab-Haryana borders.

During farmer protests at Shambhu border, a 57-year-old farmer succumbed after consuming a poisonous substance. As reported by farmer leaders, Ranjodh Singh was heavily distressed.

Singh, a resident of Ratanheri village, Ludhiana, took the extreme step amidst concerns over the declining health of Jagjit Singh Dallewal, who has been fasting since late November.

The protests, led by organizations like Samyukta Kisan Morcha, press for legal MSP guarantees and continue at Shambhu and Khanauri borders, reinforced by Singh's tragic demise.

(With inputs from agencies.)