The dates for the massive paddy procurement campaign in Chhattisgarh have been officially finalized. The procurement drive across the state will officially commence on November 15. The state administration has put comprehensive preparations in place to safeguard the interests of local farmers. This season, paddy will be procured from more than 2.75 million farmers across the state. The government will buy the grain from farmers at the predetermined rate of Rs 3100 per quintal.
Procurement Capped at 21 Quintals Per Acre
The state government has established a clear and transparent limit for the procurement process. Farmers will be allowed to sell a maximum of 21 quintals of paddy per acre. This policy is expected to bring substantial financial gains to farmers throughout the region. During a cabinet meeting held in Raipur on October 27, crucial decisions regarding the procurement were finalized. It was decided during the meeting that the procurement would kick off on November 15 and that the number of centers would be increased this year.
Chief Minister Vishnu Deo Sai Issues Statement
Chief Minister Vishnu Deo Sai has released a formal statement regarding the upcoming procurement drive. The Chief Minister stated that the procurement process begins on November 15 as scheduled. He assured that the government will purchase paddy from every single registered farmer. He also highlighted that 360 new paddy procurement centers are being opened this year to ensure farmers face no inconveniences whatsoever.
Total Procurement Centers Reach 3100
Keeping the convenience of farmers at the forefront, new centers have been established across the state. A total of 360 new collection centers are being opened in the region. With the addition of these new facilities, paddy procurement will now take place across a total of 3100 centers in the state. The increase in the number of procurement hubs will make it much easier for farmers to sell their produce smoothly.
Tuhhar Token App Enables At-Home Token Generation
To relieve farmers from standing in long queues at cooperative societies, an online system has been introduced. The ‘Tuhhar Token’ mobile app has been launched for the ease of farmers. Through this application, farmers can conveniently obtain digital tokens right from their homes. This initiative will entirely free farmers from waiting in long lines at local societies.
Strict Surveillance to Prevent Illegal Inflows
A robust administrative mechanism has been put in place to maintain effective control over grain recycling and illegal inflows. The state-level ‘Integrated Command and Control Center’ will be expanded to oversee operations. A total of 273 check posts have been established to curb unauthorized transportation of paddy. Additionally, 131 border procurement centers have been identified, and special investigation teams have been deployed to monitor purchase systems and state boundaries strictly.
