Farmers' 'Red Storm' Marches to Mumbai After Talks Fail; Key Demands Unmet

• Thousands of tribal farmers, led by All India Kisan Sabha, are marching from Nashik to Mumbai, dubbed the 'Red Storm'.
• The march, which began on Republic Day, January 26, is set to reach Mumbai on February 3.
• Key demands include effective implementation of the Forest Rights Act, separate 7/12 extracts for forest land cultivators, damming westward-flowing rivers for local use, and ensuring MSP for agricultural produce.
• Talks with Kumbh Mela Minister Girish Mahajan failed as protest leaders, citing past unfulfilled promises, refused to halt the march without concrete government resolutions.
• The disciplined march, stretching three kilometers through Nashik, highlights issues of existence for tribals and farmers, drawing statewide attention.

Why It Matters: Farmers' 'Red Storm' continues its march to Mumbai, demanding concrete action on long-pending issues after failed government talks.