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Congress Protests Indo-US Trade Deal, Fears Farmer Impact

2/24/2026

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On February 23, 2026, the Indian National Congress protested in the Madhya Pradesh Assembly against the proposed Indo-US trade deal, saying it harms farmers.
During the Budget Session, Congress MLAs wore masks of Prime Minister Narendra Modi and displayed placards.
They argued the deal threatens farmers' income and could damage the economy.
Rahul Gandhi and Mallikarjun Kharge plan to launch the Kisan Sammelan in Bhopal on February 24.

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Story summary

On February 23, 2026, the Indian National Congress protested in the Madhya Pradesh Assembly against the proposed Indo-US trade deal, saying it harms farmers.
During the Budget Session, Congress MLAs wore masks of Prime Minister Narendra Modi and displayed placards.
They argued the deal threatens farmers' income and could damage the economy.
Rahul Gandhi and Mallikarjun Kharge plan to launch the Kisan Sammelan in Bhopal on February 24.