Rakesh Tikait: The government postponed Bharat Ratna to Charan Singh by ten years

India Rakesh Tikait, the head of the Kisan Union (Tikait), feels that the Bharat Ratna award was given to former Prime Minister and agricultural leader Charan Singh ten years later than intended by the BJP-led Central Government. Earlier this year, Singh was selected posthumously for the nation’s highest civilian honor.

Rakesh Tikait said that the Bharat Ratna awarded to Singh will not benefit the governing party locally in an exclusive interview with Neeraj Mohan. The primary concerns facing farmers, he said, had not received as much attention in this election; instead, caste and religion had continued to be decisive considerations.

parts taken from the conversation.

What makes this election unique, particularly in light of the recent farmer unrest in Delhi?

Every election is the same. While each candidate makes their case and tries to win over voters, elections eventually become the same, important topics lose importance, caste and religion take center stage, and voters are misled.

Do you think the India bloc and a unified opposition will have any effect?

Unity undoubtedly has an effect at all times. However, one must fight valiantly and without regard to going to prison. They can prevail if they fight together and with strength. Although there is a political lockdown in the nation, the opposition leaders shouldn’t be concerned about going to prison.

What concerns do farmers have, according to this poll?

Farmers are the most impacted, but all groups are struggling. Among the problems are the guaranteed MSP and the restriction on using tractors after a certain time. However, caste, religion, and geography always play a role in the outcome of elections, dividing farmers in the process.

What is your opinion of Sanjeev Balyan, your MP from Muzaffarnagar?

He is not in touch with us. Additionally, because we bring up our concerns with the government on behalf of BKU, we do not have any tasks that an MP could do. MPs are unable to tackle our problems. Everything is dependent on the government’s policies.

Which candidate do you support?

Every applicant approaches us. However, we don’t advocate for or against anyone. Voters will make the final decision. Many individuals support the government in elections despite joining our anti-government agitations.

Will Jayant Chaudhary, the head of the RLD, joining the NDA have any effect on Jat politics in the region?

I haven’t read a much about this. However, each voter has their own inclinations; some voters base their decisions on factors such as topics, candidates, or geography.

What do you think of Jayant’s grandpa, former prime minister Charan Singh, receiving the Bharat Ratna just before the election?

This should not have a significant effect on the outcome of the elections. Farmers must get a fair price for their produce. It seems like an election ploy, but as everyone knows, the honor (Bharat Ratna) was bestowed a day before of PM Modi’s rally in Meerut. Ten years earlier is when this prize ought to have been awarded.

In this election, the Samyukt Kisan Morcha has issued a plea to resist the BJP. In what way is the BKU in UP addressing it?

In the last five years, the BKU has made all of this evident to farmers; now, political parties and candidates are being scrutinized. Allow the populace to make their own conscience-driven decisions.

What does Indian agriculture’s future hold? Will it make a profit?

Since large corporations will buy up the land and farmers will have to sell their property in order to meet their demands, India will turn into a labor nation, and all farmers will become members of the labor class.