Chandigarh: Haryana Agriculture and Farmers’ Welfare Minister Shyam Singh Rana visited Pipli Grain Market in Kurukshetra district on Saturday and reviewed paddy procurement operations.
The Cabinet Minister was apprised of the procurement operation and that no farmers, arhtiyas and traders had faced any difficulties during paddy procurement. Purchases were made on time, and lifting was carried out regularly. It was further informed that any payments to farmers were also made within 72 hours of procurement, in accordance with government instructions.
During the visit, arhtiyas requested that mustard and sunflower procurement be undertaken at Pipli Grain Market. The Cabinet Minister assured them that procurement of both crops would also begin at the mandi.
Arhtiyas and farmers also sought the construction of a farmers’ rest house. Agreeing to the demand, the Cabinet Minister said it would be considered and fulfilled. He also considered their other demands and assured them that these would be met soon.
