Amritsar, Feb 12, 2026 (Yes Punjab Mews)
Congress MP Gurjeet Singh Aujla has strongly reacted to the trade deal signed by the Modi-led central government with the United States.
While protesting outside Parliament along with other Congress leaders, he said that this agreement is not merely an economic contract, but a serious issue linked to the future of the country’s farmers, laborers, small traders, and common citizens.
Aujla alleged that the interests of the nation’s food providers and the middle class have been ignored in this deal, which is deeply concerning.
MP Aujla stated that before entering into any international agreement, the government should have prioritized the country’s internal economic condition, the strength of the agricultural sector, and the protection of small industries.
However, given the current circumstances, it appears that the government has given preference to foreign pressure and corporate interests. He warned that if the deal leads to an increase in agricultural imports or adversely affects the domestic market, Indian farmers and small businesses will bear the direct consequences.
Aujla described the farmers’ call for a ‘Bharat Bandh’ as a sign of growing dissatisfaction.
He said that when farmers are compelled to take to the streets to make their voices heard, it reflects the government’s lack of dialogue.
The government should abandon confrontational politics and engage in open and transparent discussions with farmers’ organizations.He further informed that opposition MPs peacefully registered their protest on this issue at the Makar Dwar of Parliament House and raised their voice in the interest of the public.
Aujla emphasized that Parliament is the temple of democracy and issues concerning national interest should be discussed openly there. He demanded that all provisions of the trade deal be made public and that a detailed debate be held in Parliament so that the truth can be known to the people of the country.
The MP clearly stated that national policies should not be shaped under any foreign pressure. India is a strong and self-reliant nation, and its economic policies must be framed keeping national interest, farmers’ dignity, and the welfare of common citizens at the center.
In conclusion, he said that if the interests of farmers, laborers, and small traders have been overlooked in this deal, the opposition will continue its democratic struggle and fight for public interest from Parliament to the streets.
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