Pagri Sambhal Jatta Movement

Farmers observed “Pagri Sambhal Diwas” (Feb 23, 2025) during Punjab-Haryana protests, honoring Ajit Singh.

• Meaning:“Take care of your turban, O farmer” – symbol of self-respect
• Launched:1907 by Ajit Singh to protest British laws
• British Laws Opposed:
  • Punjab Land Alienation Act, 1900 – Restricted farmers’ rights to sell or mortgage land.
  • Punjab Land Colonisation Act, 1906 – Gave British control over land in the Chenab Colony.
  • Doab Bari Act, 1907 – Reduced farmers to contract workers.
• Inspired the Ghadar Movement & Bhagat Singh’s activism