They are vying to convert the farmers’ anger into votes, arguing that a new party is the only path to change. Modi’s Bharatiya Janata Party rammed the farm laws through Parliament without consultation in September 2020, using its executive powers. Modi withdrew the laws in November, just three months ahead of the crucial polls in Punjab and four other states. Meanwhile, the BJP is running its campaign by trying to frame the incumbent Congress party state government as corrupt. “That’s why you don’t see flags of any political party flying atop our homes,” said Singh, the village head.

Source: Egypt Independent February 20, 2022 20:21 UTC