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StatesPosted at: Nov 27 2017 4:03PM


Punjab Cabinet reviews progress of paddy procurement

Chandigarh, Nov 27 (UNI) The Punjab Cabinet on Monday reviewed the progress of paddy procurement in the state in the current season, which began on October 1, 2017 and will end on December 15, 2017.
A spokesperson for the Chief Minister's Office said that a detailed presentation was made to apprise the Council of Ministers about the progress of ongoing paddy procurement. The cabinet expressed satisfaction over the procurement process.
The cabinet meeting, presided over by Chief Minister Capt Amarinder Singh, was informed that as of November 26, 2017, 174 lakh MT paddy had been procured by the five state procurement agencies viz Pungrain, Markfed, Punsup, PSWC, PAFC and FCI, selected for procurement on MSP as per specification laid down by the central government. The Centre has fixed Rs 1550 for common variety and Rs 1590 for 'A' grade paddy per quintal as minimum support price during Kharif Marketing Season 2017-18.
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