2,795 MT paddy procured in Sirsa district

Sirsa Deputy Commissioner Shantanu Sharma shared that 2,795 metric tonne (MT) of paddy had been purchased at the Minimum Support Price (MSP) by various agencies in the district. The Food and Supplies Department bought 1,989 metric tons, HAFED purchased 697 metric tons, and the Haryana Warehousing Corporation acquired 109 metric tons. He directed officials to speed up the procurement process.

As of October 9, the purchases were recorded as follows: Baragudha Mandi: 502 MT, Dabwali Mandi: 225 MT, Kalanwali Mandi: 1,262 MT, Faggu Mandi: 109 MT, Rania Mandi: 414 MT, Rori: 49 MT and Sirsa Mandi: 228 MT. Farmers were requested to dry their paddy before bringing it to the mandis for faster procurement.

To ensure safety during the harvest season, Sirsa’s police department has taken strict security measures across all grain markets. Police officers are instructed to make proper security arrangements and stay vigilant to avoid any untoward incidents. Each grain market is being monitored with extra security, including PCR, Dial 112 and motorcycle patrols, to check suspicious activities.

Police station officers were also asked to form WhatsApp groups with traders for quick sharing of information and concerns for timely action.