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Rise of a farmer leader: Who is Rakesh Tikait?
Farmers' agitation: The Bharatiya Kisan Union-led protest against the Centre's new farm laws in Delhi looked like it was going slim on Thursday but more protestors have joined the stir, following a mahapanchayat of farmers on Saturday in Muzaffarnagar, while supporters also poured in from Haryana and Rajasthan districts. This all happened after Bharatiya Kisan Union leader Rakesh Tikait 'complained' of police excesses and conspiracy against the farmers with tears in eyes two days ago. But who is Rakesh Tikait? Watch the video to know more about him.