AAP Ministers and MLAs meet Jagjit Singh Dallewal, Express deep concern for his deteriorating health

Chandigarh, December 25, 2024: A high-level delegation of Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) leaders, led by Punjab President and Cabinet Minister Aman Arora, visited the Khanauri Border today to meet farmer leader Jagjit Singh Dallewal, who is on a hunger strike. Expressing concern over his deteriorating health, the AAP leaders urged him to accept sustenance through medical treatment.

The delegation included prominent ministers and MLAs, including Punjab Health Minister Dr. Balbir Singh, Agriculture Minister Gurmeet Singh Khuddian, AAP Punjab Working President Amansher Singh Sharry Kalsi, Kuldeep Singh Dhaliwal, Tarunpreet Singh Sond, Hardeep Singh Mundian, Barinder Goyal, Laljit Singh Bhullar, Gurdit Singh Sekhon, and Chairman Dr. Sunny Ahluwalia.

Addressing the media, Aman Arora said that the Punjab government and Aam Aadmi Party fully support Dallewal’s fight for the rights of farmers. "Jagjit Singh Dallewal is the driving force of this movement. His struggle is valid, and we stand with him in solidarity. However, we have urged him to at least seek medical treatment if he wishes to continue his hunger strike," said Arora. He further assured that Punjab’s farmers will not face this fight alone.

Arora criticized the central government for failing to fulfill its promises made to the farmers. "The Modi government’s negligence and broken promises have forced farmers to take such extreme measures. This is unacceptable. The center must act responsibly and address the farmers' legitimate demands immediately," he stated.

He said, "It is shameful that the Modi government continues to turn a blind eye to the deteriorating health of Farmer leader Jagjit Singh Dallewal and the issues raised by our farmers. Their demands are genuine and must be accepted without further delay."

The AAP leader said, "If required, we are open to calling an all-party meeting to discuss and address the farmers’ issues. But then again it is all related to the central government. They need to get their heads out of the sand. This struggle with the central government may be long, but the Punjab government is determined to stand with our farmers until justice is served."

Health Minister Dr. Balbir Singh, speaking at the Khanauri Border, stated, “We deeply respect the fight Jagjit Singh Dallewal is leading. To support this movement, we have set up medical services at the border and nearby hospitals. My team visits the site daily to monitor the situation and provide assistance.” 

Dr. Balbir Singh stressed on the importance of medical intervention to preserve Dallewal’s health. “His physical health is deteriorating, with his kidneys and liver showing signs of strain. We need his consent to provide him with the necessary medical treatment here, ensuring he can continue his fight for the farmers’ cause while staying alive and healthy,” he added.

Dr. Balbir Singh further assured every possible help from his department to ensure the well-being of Jagjit Singh Dallewal. He reiterated that the Punjab government is deeply concerned about the situation and has been proactive in addressing the needs. "We are fully committed to supporting Dallewal and other farmers in this struggle. Our government will leave no stone unturned to safeguard their health and rights," he said.