Khejri Bachao Andolan Intensifies in Bikaner: Environmentalists Protest with Tied Hands

• The Khejri Bachao Andolan in Bikaner escalated on its third day with over 363 saints, seers, and environmentalists on an indefinite hunger strike.
• Protesters staged a unique demonstration by tying their hands, symbolizing that while their hands may be tied, their resolve to save the environment is not.
• Support for the movement grew through social media, with appeals for a one-day fast and political leaders extending solidarity.
• Discussions between protesters and district officials at the Polytechnic College Ground failed, leading to continued protests outside the Collectorate.
• Key demands include an immediate ban on Khejri tree felling, enactment of a strict conservation law, and cancellation of MOUs with solar companies violating rules.