New Delhi, Nov 19 (UNI) Congress on Friday announced to observe 'Kisaan Vijay Diwas' on November 20, hours after Prime Minister Narendra Modi announced to repeal the farm laws in the upcoming Winter session of Parliament.
According to a statement issued here, the party will organise Kisan Vijay rallies/ Kisan Vijay sabhas at state and district headquarters, besides taking out candle marches across the country, to pray for the departed souls of over 700 farmers, who sacrificed their lives during the more than 11-month agitation.
Congress committees at the Pradesh, District and Block level will hold press conferences, marking the victory of the farmer's struggle and the repeal of the laws, the statement added.