Discussion between Centre with Kisan Union leaders ends

The third round of talks between the Central government and farmer leaders ended early today. The talks lasted for five hours approximately.

Union Minister Arjun Munda said the discussion with farmers was held in a positive atmosphere. He told media that it has been decided that the next meeting will take place on Sunday, 18th February  , at 6 p.m.

Mr Munda assured to find a solution peacefully.  Union ministers Munda, Piyush Goyal, and Nityanand Rai represents the central government in the



third round of talks

The farmer leaders who took part in the meeting included Jagjit Singh Dallewal, Sarwan Singh Pandher, and Jarnail Singh.

Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann, who was also attended the meeting, said that the talks were held in a "cordial atmosphere" and he is hopeful of finding a solution to end the deadlock.

The previous two rounds of dialogue -- on February 8 and 12 -- remained inconclusive.