Agriculture Minister Reviews Procurement Arrangements at Hathin, Hodal, Hassanpur and Palwal Grain Markets
Farmers’ Convenience and Dignity Top Government’s Priorities; No Inconvenience Will Be Allowed at Mandis: Minister
Chandigarh, November 9:
Haryana Agriculture and Farmers’ Welfare Minister Sh. Shyam Singh Rana visited the grain markets at Hathin, Hodal, Hassanpur and Palwal to review the arrangements and facilities provided for farmers during the ongoing crop procurement season. He also held a meeting with officials and issued necessary directions to ensure that the procurement process is conducted smoothly, transparently and within the stipulated timeframe.
The Agriculture Minister said that the Haryana Government holds the hard work of farmers and their produce in the highest regard. The government is committed to ensuring the procurement of every grain of farmers’ produce at the Minimum Support Price (MSP). Providing adequate facilities, ensuring farmers’ dignity and safeguarding their economic interests remain the government’s highest priorities.
He directed that farmers bringing their produce to the mandis should not face any inconvenience at any stage, from the issuance of gate passes and sale of produce to weighing, lifting and payment. He emphasised that all departments concerned must work in close coordination to ensure hassle-free procurement operations.
During his visits, the Agriculture Minister reviewed crop arrivals, lifting operations, farmers’ grievances and demands related to development works at the grain markets. He directed the officials concerned to take necessary action on the issues raised.
Reiterating the government's commitment to ensuring remunerative prices for farmers’ produce and providing better facilities at mandis, he assured that the demands concerning the Hathin and Palwal grain markets would be examined seriously and addressed.
The Minister also held detailed discussions on expanding infrastructure facilities at the mandis and addressing farmers’ demands. He asked that issues relating to development works be submitted in writing so that prompt action could be taken for their resolution.
Providing details about bajra procurement and the Bhavantar Scheme, Agriculture Minister Sh. Shyam Singh Rana said that the government has fixed the Minimum Support Price for bajra. If bajra is sold in the market at a price higher than the MSP, farmers will receive the benefit of the prevailing market price. However, if the market price falls below the prescribed MSP, the difference will be compensated under the Bhavantar Scheme.
Hathin MLA Sh. Mohammad Israil, SDM Sh. Hari Ram, Palwal SDM Sh. Bhupender Singh, Palwal Market Committee Chairman Sh. Pankaj Virmani, Deputy Director of Agriculture Dr. Jagir, Chairman Sh. Jagwinder Singh and representatives of various associations were present on the occasion.