New Delhi, 4 February, 2021 (TON): Greta Thunberg, a Swedish youth activist shared on social media a toolkit for the farmers' protests in India indicating the widespread campaign in favor of the 26 January farmers protests.

The toolkit included a document on the details of the 26 January, 2021 protests and online and street protests. The social media erupted in India after the toolkit surfaced, however, the document was restricted and later deleted, reports said.  

This document is adding fuel to the view that there is an international conspiracy afoot to defame India and the Modi government over the farmer protests.

The document details how and where the protests should be done outside Indian missions abroad, media houses, government buildings and even Adani-Ambani offices.

After the comments of Rihanna and Thunberg, the Ministry of External Affairs said in a statement, “Yet, it is unfortunate to see vested interest groups trying to enforce their agenda on these protests, and derail them. This was egregiously witnessed on January 26, India’s Republic Day. A cherished national commemoration, the anniversary of the inauguration of the Constitution of India, was besmirched, and violence and vandalism took place in the Indian capital.”

“Some of these vested interest groups have also tried to mobilize international support against India. Instigated by such fringe elements, Mahatma Gandhi statues have been desecrated in parts of the world. This is extremely disturbing for India and for civilized society everywhere,” the ministry said.

“Before rushing to comment on such matters, we would urge that the facts be ascertained, and a proper understanding of the issues at hand be undertaken. The temptation of sensationalist social media hashtags and comments, especially when resorted to by celebrities and others, is neither accurate nor responsible,” it added.

It is seen clearly that the longest protests in the history of India have started tarnishing the democratic image of the country. As the issue gained momentum with each passing day, it has become the center of attention in the international eyes outside Asia as well.