Madhya Pradesh Human Rights Commission (MPHRC) on Wednesday urged the State Government to conduct an investigation on the Bareli Kisan Andolan (farmers’ agitation) by an independent agency.
In a letter to the State Government, the acting Chairman of the Commission Justice AK Saxena and member of the Commission Virandra Mohan Kanwar said that on the basis of the evidences gathered by it has clear that police action was the initiating factor for the incident. Unnecessary use of heavy force by the police and the injuries sustained by the deceased farmer Hari Singh formed the basis told tales everything. Considering all the facts and circumstances action against the culprits should be taken after the investigation, it said.
The letter said that any financial loss of the farmers either by rains and other problems should be owned by the State Government. Adequate number of gunny sacks should be arranged to provide the speedily and timely process of procurement which will reduce the crowding at the procurement centers.
It further mentioned that district and local administration had failed to properly handle the protest of the farmers and said that the situation went out of control and took horrible turn. Therefore, action should be taken against all the responsible officials, it added.
It also mentioned that video recording of the protest should be made which could provide evidences for any kind of investigation in future.