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Himachal Kisan Sabha raises 11-point demands at protest rally

Shimla, Aug 13 (UNI) The Himachal Kisan Sabha held a protest demonstration today, pressing for an 11-point charter of demands, including making pensions for the elderly, widows, and persons with disabilities a fundamental right.
Addressing the rally, Sabha leaders said the amount should be fixed at Rs 10,000 per beneficiary in view of the sharp rise in living costs.
The gathering opposed the Central Government’s proposed ban on diesel vehicles and tractors older than 10 years, terming it “impractical” and designed to benefit corporate interests.
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