The government procurement of paddy in Haryana started today, September 27, 2024. This decision comes after concerns arose regarding delays in the procurement process and the growing displeasure among farmers due to a previously announced extension of the procurement date. Responding to these issues, the Central Government, upon the request of the Haryana Government, decided to revise the procurement schedule. An official order was issued by the Union Ministry of Consumer Affairs, Food, and Public Distribution stating that the procurement, which was originally scheduled to start on October 1, 2024, will now begin today, September 27, 2024.
According to the statement issued by the Haryana Government, the state government had requested the Central Government to start paddy procurement, and the Central Government has agreed to start it. The paddy procurement in the state will take place from September 27 to November 11.