Behind the visible unrest of the farmers’ protests lies a multifaceted struggle shaped by decades of economic instability and political manipulations. While the demonstrators voice legitimate grievances against rising costs, reduced subsidies, and market monopolies, their movement is simultaneously entangled in conflicting interests that dilute its potential impact. Key political factions have co-opted the farmers’ calls, steering the narrative toward compliance rather than genuine reform. This dynamic reveals a paradox where the very act of rebellion becomes scripted-a performance that upholds existing hierarchies under the guise of dissent.

Economic pressures intensify as small-scale…