UP’s paddy purchase doubles
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UP’s paddy purchase doubles
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Lucknow: The procurement of paddy by the state government in the ongoing season has almost doubled in comparison to last year, putting to rest all fears of farmers being hit by the recently legislated farm laws. The procurement of paddy between October 1 and 12 in Uttar Pradesh touched 15,850 metric tonnes, reveals government data. During the same period last year, the state government had procured around 837 metric tonnes of paddy. A government spokesperson said the procurement process is being speeded for the benefit of farmers. “This the first phase of paddy procurement. The procurement of paddy has been high following swift arrangements by the agriculture and food and civil supplies departments,” the spokesperson said. “Chief minister Yogi Adityanath had issued directions that farmers should not face any hardships in selling their produce. They should instead be given all kinds of facilities,” the spokesperson added.
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The Times of India
Date
2020-10-13
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Lucknow