Paddy procurement Archives

11 Nov

Punjab Procures 177 LMT Paddy So Far; CM Bhagwant Mann Assures Farmers Every Grain Will Be Lifted

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsPunjabAgriculture, Bhagwant Mann, Farmers, Paddy procurement, Punjab, Punjab government

Chandigarh (Gurpreet Singh): Chief Minister Bhagwant Singh Mann on Wednesday asserted that his government is committed to procuring and lifting every single grain of farmers’ paddy, ensuring that no farmer faces any inconvenience during the ongoing procurement season. With 177 LMT (Lakh Metric Ton) of paddy already procured, Punjab has once again set a benchmark in smooth and hassle-free procurement. Highlighting the impact of uninterrupted canal water supply, he said it has boosted per-acre yield by 4-5 quintals while reducing groundwater usage. He added that the satisfaction of farmers, arhtiyas, rice millers, transporters and labourers reflects the seamless coordination and…

23 Oct

Punjab Paddy Procurement: Farmers Getting Payments Within 24 Hours, Says Bhagwant Mann During Rajpura Mandi Visit

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsPunjabAgriculture, Bhagwant Mann, Farmers, Paddy procurement, Punjab News

Rajpura (Gurpreet Singh): Punjab is ensuring hassle-free paddy procurement, with farmers receiving payments within 24 hours, special trains facilitating grain movement and the government working to ensure adequate storage space in mandis, said Chief Minister Bhagwant Singh Mann during his visit to Rajpura mandi to review procurement operations. Interacting with farmers, arhtiyas and other stakeholders, he said all major issues had been resolved through coordination, adding that a good paddy yield would make Diwali more prosperous for farmers, while expanding canal irrigation to every farm would improve soil fertility and conserve groundwater. Sharing a video from the visit, CM Bhagwant…

09 Oct

Haryana Paddy Procurement: Saini Orders Crackdown On Paddy, Bajra From Other States; Vehicles To Be Seized

Balwinder Singh0 CommentsHaryanaHaryana Government, Haryana news, Nayab Singh Saini, Paddy procurement

Chandigarh (Balwinder Singh): Haryana Chief Minister Nayab Singh Saini has directed district officials to closely monitor the ongoing procurement of paddy and bajra, with particular attention to crops brought from neighbouring states for sale in Haryana mandis. During a review meeting held through video conferencing on Friday, October 9, Saini instructed officials to monitor inter-state vehicle movement and seize vehicles transporting paddy or bajra from other states for sale in Haryana, according to the state government’s statement. He said the government would procure every grain produced by farmers in the state at the Minimum Support Price (MSP) and ensure timely…

02 Oct

Haryana Guarantees Complete Paddy Purchase as Nayab Singh Saini Inspects Ladwa Grain Market

Balwinder Singh0 CommentsHaryanaFarmer welfare, Haryana, Kurukshetra, Ladwa mandi, Nayab Saini, Paddy procurement

Chandigarh (Balwinder Singh) — Haryana Chief Minister Nayab Singh Saini on Friday assured growers that the state administration remains fully committed to safeguarding farmer interests, pledging that every single grain of paddy brought to state purchase centres will be procured without administrative hurdles. Emphasizing continuous monitoring, Saini stated that cabinet ministers, legislators, and senior administrative personnel are actively carrying out ground visits across regional markets to oversee procurement operations and ensure seamless transactions. The Chief Minister made an unannounced inspection of the Ladwa grain market in Kurukshetra district on Friday evening to evaluate procurement arrangements on the ground. During the…

02 Oct

Punjab Urges Centre to Clear Grain Stocks to Prevent Mandi Crisis

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsPunjabAgriculture, Bhagwant Mann, FCI, Grain storage, Kharif season, Paddy procurement, Pralhad Joshi, Punjab

Chandigarh (Gurpreet Singh): Chief Minister Bhagwant Singh Mann has urged the Centre to urgently clear foodgrain stocks from the State before the peak arrival of paddy, stressing that adequate storage space must be ensured to facilitate smooth procurement and prevent any difficulties for farmers in mandis. In a letter to Union Minister for Consumer Affairs, Food and Public Distribution Pralhad Joshi, the Chief Minister sought immediate movement of 6 LMT (Lakh Metric Ton) rice by October 10 and 15 LMT wheat during October, pointing out that nearly 40 LMT wheat stocks are occupying space at rice mills and mandi yards,…

25 Sep

Haryana Guarantees ₹2,900 per Quintal for Bajra Under Bhavantar Bharpai Yojana

Balwinder Singh0 CommentsHaryanabajra procurement, Bhavantar Bharpai Yojana, Haryana, MSP, Nayab Singh Saini, Paddy procurement

Chandigarh (Balwinder Singh): Haryana Chief Minister Sh. Nayab Singh Saini said that farmers in Haryana will be ensured a payment of Rs 2,900 per quintal for bajra under the Bhavantar Bharpai Yojana. He directed officials to strictly curb attempts to bring bajra from other states and sell it in Haryana. The Chief Minister issued these directions while chairing a review meeting on Friday regarding the procurement of bajra and paddy. He also gave necessary directions to officials regarding area verification under Meri Fasal-Mera Byora, registration of rice millers, arrangements required at mandis for the procurement of bajra and paddy, and…

04 Sep

Experience the Epic Mahabharata Live at Jyotisar Centre: Haryana CM Nayab Singh Saini

Balwinder Singh0 CommentsHaryanaHaryana news, Jyotisar, Kurukshetra, Mahabharata centre, Nayab Saini, Paddy procurement, Tourism

Chandigarh (Balwinder Singh) — Haryana Chief Minister Nayab Singh Saini extended an open invitation to global visitors to experience the legendary saga of the Mahabharata through cutting-edge technology at the Jyotisar Mahabharata Experience Centre in Kurukshetra. Speaking to media persons on Friday, the Chief Minister recalled that the facility was inaugurated by Prime Minister Narendra Modi and noted that the landmark has swiftly emerged as a premier cultural and spiritual tourism destination dedicated to the timeless heritage of the Bhagavad Gita and the epic war. Prior to addressing reporters, Saini offered prayers at the revered Jyotisar Tirtha, seeking peace, happiness,…

17 Nov

Punjab Achieves Historic MSP Milestone, Over 11 Lakh Farmers Receive Payments

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsPunjabBhagwant Mann, Lal Chand Kataruchak, Paddy procurement, Punjab MSP

Chandigarh:Leaving no stone unturned in ensuring smooth paddy procurement, under the visionary leadership of Chief Minister Bhagwant Singh Mann and through the proactive initiatives of the Punjab government, 11,31,270 farmers have received the benefit of Minimum Support Price (MSP) until November 12.Under the leadership of Food, Civil Supplies and Consumer Affairs Minister Lal Chand Kataruchak, the process of procurement, lifting and payment is continuing in full swing. With 96,920 farmers having received the benefit of Minimum Support Price so far, Patiala district is leading in the state.It is noteworthy that by the evening of November 12, a total of 1,54,78,162.41…

15 Nov

Punjab Creates Historic Record of 150 Lakh Metric Tons of Paddy Procurement

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsPunjab, TrendingPaddy procurement, Punjab

Chandigarh (Gurpreet Singh): This season has brought a victory of hope, hard work, and trust for the hardworking farmers of Punjab. Under the leadership of Chief Minister Bhagwant Singh Mann, the Punjab government has created a new history this year by completing the procurement of over 150 lakh metric tons of paddy. This unprecedented achievement comes at a time when floods in several parts of the state had damaged crops, but the government's strong policy and the farmers' unwavering spirit overcame all challenges. According to government figures, a total of 1,51,80,075.88 metric tons of paddy arrived in the state's mandis…

25 Oct

Mann Government Stands with Farmers: Promise to Buy Every Single Bag of Paddy, Farmers Getting Full Payment

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsPunjabBhagwant Mann, Paddy procurement, Punjab government

Chandigarh, October 25, 2025: The government of Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann has taken another big decision for farmers. By continuously purchasing the paddy (rice) crop, the government is giving great relief to farmers. The Chief Minister has clearly said that every single grain of the farmers’ crop will be purchased.This time there has been no interruption in paddy procurement. Farmers’ crops are being bought quickly at government purchase centers. Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann has given strict instructions to officials that the procurement work should continue without stopping. Sufficient procurement agencies have been deployed for this purpose.Thousands of purchase centers…