Haryana transfers Rs 543.66 Crore MSP payments to farmers during kharif procurement season

Over 7.20 lakh metric tons of paddy procured from haryana mandis so far

Paddy procured from 63,356 farmers registered on ‘Meri Fasal Mera Byora’ portal

Chandigarh, October 4 – During the Kharif procurement season 2025-26 in Haryana, payments totaling Rs 543.66 crore have been directly transferred to farmers’ bank accounts, ensuring timely payment of the Minimum Support Price (MSP).Paddy is being procured from farmers registered on the “Meri Fasal Mera Byora” portal. So far, paddy has been procured from 63,356 farmers registered on the portal in the state.A spokesperson for the Haryana Food, Civil Supplies and Consumer Affairs Department stated today that a total of 8,92,943.07 metric tons of paddy has arrived at mandis across the state, while 3,10,821.24 metric tons has already been lifted from the mandis. The total quantity of paddy procured so far stands at 7,20,025.68 metric tons.The spokesperson added that the Food and Civil Supplies Department has procured the highest quantity of paddy since September 22, 2025, during the ongoing Kharif season. The department has procured 4,25,680.39 metric tons, HAFED has procured 2,09,796.67 metric tons, and the Haryana State Warehousing Corporation has procured 84,548.61 metric tons of paddy.Paddy procurement in Haryana is being carried out through the combined efforts of the Food and Civil Supplies Department, HAFED, and the Haryana State Warehousing Corporation.Farmers have been urged to bring their produce to the mandis only after thorough drying and cleaning, in accordance with the standards set by the Government of India (a maximum moisture content of 17 percent). Adequate arrangements have been made for smooth procurement, and the lifting of paddy from mandis is being expedited to ensure efficiency.IPRDH/2025 CM Nayab Singh Saini urges traders to pass GST benefits to consumers and promote indigenous products GST Bachat Utsav: Affordable Prices, Growing Trade, Strong Economy Chandigarh, October 4 – Haryana Chief Minister Sh Nayab Singh Saini today urged traders across the state to ensure that the full benefits of the Central Government’s reduced GST rates are passed on to consumers. He said that under the leadership of Prime Minister Sh Narendra Modi, GST reforms have provided significant benefits to the people of India. The Chief Minister called upon traders to actively participate in promoting the GST Bachat Utsav, which aims to make goods and services more affordable. He highlighted that this initiative will not only boost trade but also enable consumers to purchase essential items at lower prices. Affordable prices, growing trade, and a strong economy are the core spirit of the GST Bachat Utsav, which will take Haryana to new heights of progress, he said. Sh Nayab Singh Saini described the reforms as a historic step toward a self-reliant India and a stronger economy, emphasizing the crucial role of the business community in delivering these benefits to the public. He expressed confidence that Haryana’s traders would lead by example in implementing the Prime Minister’s vision. The Chief Minister said that the GST reforms would directly benefit consumers, especially during the festive season, by lowering prices on many everyday goods and generating additional savings for the middle class. These savings, he said, would not only provide relief to consumers but also create new opportunities for businesses.Promote indigenous products for a Self-Reliant India Sh Nayab Singh Saini urged traders to focus on the production and promotion of indigenous products. He said that the Prime Minister is advancing the vision of a self-reliant India and emphasizing the use of domestic products. GST reforms will play a crucial role in realizing this vision. By prioritizing local goods, businesses can strengthen both the domestic industry and the state and national economy. Haryana’s strong GST performance Highlighting Haryana’s consistent performance in GST collection, the Chief Minister said that the state’s net SGST collection increased from Rs18,910 crore in 2018-19 to Rs 39,743 crore in 2024-25. This remarkable achievement reflects Haryana’s strong economy and the support of its traders. Haryana has consistently remained the leading state in GST collection with the support and efforts of its business community, he added.