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CM Mohan Yadav assures day power to MP farmers, wheat procurement extended till May 9

Chief Minister Mohan Yadav announced daytime electricity for Madhya Pradesh farmers and secured central approval to raise the wheat procurement target from 78 lakh to 100 lakh metric tonnes. The deadline for slot bookings has been extended from April 30 to May 9, with procurement centres operating six days a week. He also highlighted the distribution of solar pumps with 90% subsidy under the Krishak Mitra Yojana and announced compensation up to four times land value for farmers. Yadav reiterated his vision of making Madhya Pradesh the "Milk Capital of India" and promoting pulse and oilseed crops with MSP and bonuses.

Key Points: CM Mohan Yadav: Day power for MP farmers, wheat procurement extended

  • Daytime electricity for MP farmers
  • Wheat procurement target raised to 100 lakh metric tonnes
  • Procurement deadline extended to May 9
  • Solar pumps with 90% subsidy under Krishak Mitra Yojana
  • Compensation up to 4 times land value for farmers
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CM assures day-hours power to MP farmers, wheat procurement extended till May 9

Madhya Pradesh CM Mohan Yadav announces daytime electricity for farmers, raises wheat procurement target to 100 lakh metric tonnes, and extends booking deadline till May 9.

"true promises and concrete action - Chief Minister Mohan Yadav"

Bhopal, April 24

Chief Minister Mohan Yadav announced on Friday that Madhya Pradesh farmers will get enough power during the day hours and has secured approval from the central government to raise its wheat procurement target from 78 lakh metric tonnes to 100 lakh metric tonnes this season, describing the move as a tribute to the hard work of farmers.

He emphasised that slot bookings for selling wheat at the Minimum Support Price (MSP) have now been fully opened for all farmers, both small and large-scale, with procurement centres operating six days a week, including Saturdays. The deadline for slot bookings has also been extended from April 30 to May 9.

In an address on a social media platform to the people of the state, particularly the farming community, the Chief Minister underlined his government's commitment to ensuring prosperity for farmers, declaring that "true promises and concrete action" form the foundation of his administration. He said that the vision of a "Developed Madhya Pradesh by 2047" rests on the strength of its farmers, whom he described as the state's greatest asset.

CM Yadav highlighted ongoing efforts to provide daytime electricity for irrigation and noted that under the Krishak Mitra Yojana, solar pumps are being distributed with a 90 per cent subsidy to make farmers self-reliant in energy. He also pointed to rapid progress in milk production, with 1,752 new milk cooperatives established and payments exceeding Rs 1,600 crore already disbursed to producers.

He reiterated his ambition to transform Madhya Pradesh into the "Milk Capital of India." Announcing a major decision on land acquisition, the Chief Minister said farmers will now receive compensation up to four times the value of their land, ensuring their rights are safeguarded.

He also unveiled new measures to promote pulse and oilseed crops, including procurement of urad (black gram) at MSP along with a bonus of Rs 600 per quintal. Farmers, he added, are already benefiting from better mustard prices under the Bhavantar scheme.

CM Yadav asserted that Madhya Pradesh is witnessing rapid development under the guidance of Prime Minister Narendra Modi and stressed that farmers remain the strongest link in this chain of progress.

He assured that the government will continue to stand firmly with the "Annadatas" and strengthen the bond of trust built over the past two years.

- IANS

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Priya S
Wheat procurement target raised to 100 lakh metric tonnes - that's a big leap. But will the MSP actually reach farmers or will middlemen eat into it? Need strong monitoring at procurement centres. Also glad to see slot booking extended till May 9.
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James A
Interesting to see the CM mention Milk Capital of India ambition. Madhya Pradesh has great potential in dairy with good cattle breeds like Gir. Hope the milk cooperatives really benefit small farmers financially. 1,600 crore disbursed sounds impressive but per farmer it needs to be more.
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Kavya N
Four times compensation for land acquisition - that's a strong step! Farmers are always the ones who suffer when land is taken for development. And 90% subsidy on solar pumps under Krishak Mitra Yojana will definitely help reduce electricity costs. Accha hai! 👍
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David E
The Rs 600 per quintal bonus on urad (black gram) is a smart move to promote pulses. India still imports huge quantities of pulses - making MP self-sufficient would save foreign exchange. But farmers need assured irrigation for pulses too, not just wheat and paddy.
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Rohit P
Developed MP by 2047? Sounds good but talk is cheap. Let's see if the power situation actually improves. My cousin in Bundelkhand still faces frequent cuts even for tube wells. Promises are fine, but delivery on ground is what matters. Hope this time it's different.

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