Paddy Procurement

BJP urged CM Stalin to work against ‘corruption’ in purchasing paddy, looking for new law

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BJP urged CM Stalin to work against 'corruption' in purchasing paddy, looking for new law

Chennai, 23 September (IANS) The Tamil Nadu unit of the Bharatiya Janata Party has urged Chief Minister MK Stalin to take strict measures to make laws and to curb “corruption” in paddy procurement centers, alleging that farmers are facing systematic exploitation this year despite record purchase levels. In a representation handed over to the Chief … Read more

Punjab is ready to purchase 172 lakh metric tonnes of paddy

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Punjab is ready to purchase 172 lakh metric tonnes of paddy

Chandigarh, 17 September (IANS) set a target of purchasing 172 lakh metric tonnes of paddy at the rate of Rs 2,389 per quintal, Punjab Food, Civil Supplies Minister Lal Chand Katruchak on Wednesday formally launched the purchase from Bhogpur Dana Mandi in Baatendhar district. Reviewing the purchase system, the minister said that the government is … Read more