Punjab Set for Record Wheat Harvest with 13.16 Lakh Metric Tons in Markets
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Synopsis
Chandigarh, April 18 (NationPress) Minister Lal Chand Kataruchak reviewed wheat procurement efforts in Rupnagar, announcing a bumper crop with 125 lakh metric tonnes expected. So far, 13.16 lakh metric tons have arrived, and payments of Rs 703 crore have been made to farmers, ensuring smooth operations.
Key Takeaways
- Lal Chand Kataruchak reviews wheat procurement.
- Expecting 125 lakh metric tonnes this season.
- 13.16 lakh metric tons already in markets.
- Rs 703 crore paid to farmers.
- Government committed to purchasing all crops.
Chandigarh, April 18 (NationPress) The Minister for Food, Civil Supplies and Consumer Affairs in Punjab, Lal Chand Kataruchak, conducted a review on the current wheat procurement processes at the Rupnagar grain market on Friday.
This season, Punjab is witnessing a remarkable wheat harvest, with approximately 125 lakh metric tonnes expected to be delivered.
To date, 13.16 lakh metric tons of wheat have been recorded in the markets, with around 11 lakh metric tons already acquired, leading to a total of Rs 703 crore disbursed into farmers' accounts.
Minister Kataruchak indicated that following the directives of Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann, payments are being processed within 24 hours of purchases, ensuring prompt lifting as well. He noted that during his market inspections, no significant issues have arisen.
He remarked, “If the weather remains favorable, the quality of this season’s wheat will be excellent.”
All agencies have been instructed to organize complete provisions of tarpaulins and crates to shield the grain from adverse weather conditions. He assured that there is no shortage of gunny bags available. Farmers will not encounter any difficulties in the markets, and under the Chief Minister's orders, he is actively visiting and overseeing the procurement processes.
Kataruchak emphasized that strict directives have been issued to all officials involved in procurement to prevent any laxity and ensure that no farmer faces challenges. The government has established procurement arrangements for 130 lakh metric tons of wheat and is dedicated to buying every grain produced by farmers.
