Farmers and fishermen hold unique May Day rally in North

In what is seemed to be a significant show of solidarity, farmers, fishermen, dairy farmers, indigenous communities, and plantation workers gathered in Mannar to celebrate May Day this year.

- By YOHAN PERERA

The May Day has been organized under the theme "Let's build farmer power against exploitation, oppression, and repression," the event aimed to draw social attention to the numerous challenges faced by rural communities across the country.

The event was jointly organized by activists working toward a National Farmers' Movement and People's Planning Forums from all eight provinces.