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Telangana Seeks Centre's Nod to Procure 30 LMT Parboiled Rice for 2025-26

Telangana Chief Minister A Revanth Reddy and State Minister N Uttam Kumar Reddy met Union Minister Prahlad Joshi to discuss paddy procurement. They formally requested the Centre procure 30 lakh metric tonnes of parboiled rice for the 2025-26 agricultural season. The state anticipates a Rabi crop yield of approximately 90 LMT, necessitating clear procurement plans. The meeting marks early coordination between the state and Centre to align production with procurement requirements for the upcoming season.

Key Points: Telangana Requests Centre Procure 30 LMT Parboiled Rice

  • Formal request for 30 LMT parboiled rice
  • Aims to ensure smooth procurement & farmer support
  • Anticipated Rabi crop yield of 90 LMT
  • Early coordination for 2025-26 season
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Telangana urges Centre to procure 30 LMT parboiled rice for 2025-26 crop season

Telangana CM Revanth Reddy urges Union Minister Prahlad Joshi for Centre to procure 30 LMT parboiled rice for the 2025-26 Kharif and Rabi seasons.

"urging the Centre to procure 30 lakh metric tonnes (LMT) of parboiled rice for the 2025-26 season - State Request"

New Delhi, April 17

Telangana Chief Minister A Revanth Reddy, along with State Civil Supplies Minister N Uttam Kumar Reddy, met Union Minister for Consumer Affairs, Food and Public Distribution Prahlad Joshi to discuss issues related to paddy procurement for the upcoming agricultural cycle.

During the meeting, the Telangana leaders placed a formal request before the Union Minister, urging the Centre to procure 30 lakh metric tonnes (LMT) of parboiled rice for the 2025-26 season, which includes both the Kharif (monsoon) and Rabi (Yasangi) crops.

The request is aimed at ensuring smooth procurement operations and providing market support to farmers across the state.

Highlighting the expected agricultural output, the Chief Minister and the State Civil Supplies Minister informed the Union Minister that Telangana is anticipating a Rabi (Yasangi) crop yield of around 90 LMT in the 2025-26 season.

The estimate reflects the state's preparedness for a substantial harvest during the upcoming Rabi cycle.

The meeting primarily focused on procurement planning for the next season, with the state seeking clarity and support from the Centre to handle the anticipated volume of produce. Ensuring adequate procurement, particularly of parboiled rice, remains a key concern for the state government in view of the projected output.

The interaction assumes significance as both the Centre and the state begin early coordination for the 2025-26 procurement season, with discussions centred on aligning expected production levels with procurement requirements.

- ANI

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Shreya B
A 90 LMT estimate for Rabi is impressive! Telangana's agricultural growth is a model. But the real test is getting this rice to the market without delays and ensuring farmers get paid on time. The Centre must support this.
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Aman W
Parboiled rice procurement has been a sticking point before. Hope this meeting leads to concrete action and not just talk. Farmers' livelihoods depend on these decisions.
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Priyanka N
While planning is good, I respectfully think the focus should also be on crop diversification and sustainable water use. Paddy is water-intensive. Long-term food security needs a broader strategy beyond just procurement targets.
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Vikram M
Coordination between state and centre is the key. This proactive approach for 2025-26 is welcome. It will prevent last-minute chaos and help in proper storage and distribution planning. 👍
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Kavya N
As someone from a farming family, I know how stressful the procurement season can be. Early talks are a positive step. Hope the MSP is fair and the process is transparent for the real annadaatas.

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