T'gana procures 64.5 lakh tons of Paddy: CM
T'gana govt procured 64.5 lakh tons of Paddy during Rabi season: CM
Telangana has achieved a historic milestone in paddy procurement this rabi season. Chief Minister A. Revanth Reddy announced that the state government has procured 64.5 lakh tonnes of paddy so far. This is a massive increase compared to 42 lakh tonnes that were purchased during the same period last year.
The Chief Minister spoke about this achievement during a video conference held with state ministers and district collectors. He appreciated the Agriculture Department and the Civil Supplies Department for their efforts in ensuring successful cultivation and smooth procurement. Reddy said this season, Telangana recorded its highest ever paddy production—2.75 crore tonnes. This significant achievement marks a new record for the state.
Reddy stated that about 90% of the paddy procurement has already been completed. The government has paid farmers promptly, transferring ₹12,184 crore directly to their accounts within 48 hours of procurement. He emphasized that the state government is committed to standing by its farmers and ensuring they do not face any problems while selling their crops.
One major challenge this season has been the early arrival of the southwest monsoon. It arrived 15 days ahead of schedule, causing difficulties during the paddy procurement process. Rainfall during procurement activities created chaos at several market yards. However, despite these weather challenges, the government has managed to purchase 21.50 lakh tonnes more than last season. Only 4.5 lakh tonnes of paddy remains to be procured from farmers.
To tackle any issues, the Chief Minister directed all district collectors to take immediate action. He told them to prepare action plans that consider the early arrival of the monsoon. The collectors were also instructed to ensure that no farmer faces delays or hardships while selling paddy. Reddy also ordered them to visit the procurement centers, listen to farmers’ complaints, and resolve issues at the ground level.
Political protests and misinformation, focus on ground reality
While appreciating the procurement success, the Chief Minister also took note of protests in some areas. He claimed that these incidents were politically motivated and were being given undue publicity. According to him, these protests happened only because the government did not launch an awareness campaign about its successful paddy procurement program.
He said the government has purchased more paddy than ever before, yet some people are spreading false information. To counter this, he asked officials to take strict action against those who deliberately spread negative propaganda. He even ordered the filing of cases against individuals found guilty of creating confusion among farmers.
Reddy stressed that the government will buy all the paddy brought to market yards. No farmer will be left out. In view of the ongoing rainfall and early monsoon, the administration was asked to stay alert and ensure the continued availability of seeds and fertilizers. The Agriculture Department was told to ensure buffer stock in all districts so that no farmer suffers due to shortages.
The Chief Minister said the state had already received 29% more rainfall than expected this year. This makes it important to act quickly and ensure smooth operations during the ongoing agricultural cycle. The district collectors were asked to monitor seed and fertilizer supplies closely and report if any urgent measures are required.
Apart from procurement, Reddy also talked about other important government programs. One of them is the Bhu Bharati land records portal. It has been successfully implemented in selected areas and will be expanded statewide soon. Bhu Bharati aims to make land records more transparent, accurate, and accessible.
He also addressed the progress of the Indiramma housing scheme. He instructed officials to finalize the list of beneficiaries by the end of May. This housing scheme is aimed at providing shelter to the needy and is a key welfare program for the state government.
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Another important announcement was related to the upcoming State Formation Day on June 2. Reddy directed that celebrations should be held in every district. Ministers and district collectors were told to submit detailed reports on procurement, rainfall response, seed and fertilizer availability, land records, and housing programs by June 1.
Telangana has shown remarkable progress in paddy cultivation and procurement this rabi season. Despite the challenges posed by early monsoon rains, the government’s timely response, prompt payments to farmers, and strong procurement systems have helped avoid a crisis. The record procurement of 64.5 lakh tonnes highlights the state’s growing agricultural capacity.
Chief Minister Revanth Reddy’s clear instructions to officials aim to ensure that no farmer is left behind. From strengthening procurement centers to monitoring fertilizers and seed availability, the state is preparing well for the coming kharif season. The success in rabi season shows that Telangana is not only supporting its farmers but also building a reliable and efficient agricultural system.
