In Patna, the Communist Party of India (CPI) has announced plans to organize a tractor march on Republic Day. This move aligns with the national call given by the Samyukt Kisan Morcha (SKM). The march aims to spotlight the charter of demands put forward by farmers across the country.
Focus on Farmer Issues
Ram Naresh Pandey, the state CPI chief, stated that the tractor march will draw public attention to the pressing concerns of farmers. He emphasized that the event is designed to protest against what the party views as anti-poor, anti-farmer, and anti-worker policies implemented by the central government.
Organizational Structure
The march will be coordinated through the party's state units, extending down to branch offices. This ensures widespread participation and a unified effort across Bihar. The decision was finalized during a state executive meeting held in Patna on Thursday.
Additional Activities Planned
Beyond the tractor march, the CPI has scheduled other significant events. After the national flag is unfurled at various party headquarters, a mass reading of the Preamble to the Constitution will take place. This activity underscores the party's commitment to constitutional values.
Martyrs' Day Observance
Four days after Republic Day, on January 30th, the CPI will mark Martyrs' Day, which coincides with the death anniversary of Mahatma Gandhi. District-level functions are planned to oppose communal polarisation and fundamentalism. Pandey highlighted that these events are part of a broader campaign against divisive forces in society.
Protesting Government Policies
The CPI's organizational activities for the year are centered on protesting central government policies. Pandey explained that the party aims to mobilize support against measures perceived as detrimental to farmers, workers, and the poor. This includes the tractor march as a visible symbol of dissent.
By organizing these events, the CPI seeks to engage the public and amplify the voices of marginalized groups. The Republic Day march, in particular, is expected to draw significant attention in Patna and beyond, as it taps into ongoing national farmer movements.
