Rakesh Tikait emerged as a prominent face during the 2020-21 farmer protests in Delhi, demanding the repeal of three agricultural laws. Now, as farmers gear up for fresh protests with new demands, Tikait and other key leaders like Balbir Singh Rajewal are notably absent. The protests are now led by the non-political Sanyukt Kisan Morcha, with Jagjit Singh Dallewal and Sarvan Singh Pandher at the forefront.