Civil Supplies Corporation agreed to procure 2.5 lakh MT of paddy in in East Godavari, says Durgesh
The Hindu
Minister Durgesh announces procurement of 2.5 lakh MT of paddy in East Godavari district, promises quick payment to farmers.
Minister for Tourism, Culture and Cinematography Kandula Durgesh on Saturday stated that Civil Supplies Corporation has consented for the procurement of 2.5 lakh metric tonnes of paddy during the Rabi season in East Godavari district.
Mr. Durgesh kick-started the paddy procurement on Saturday at Mortha village in the Nidadavolu Assembly constituency.
Addressing the farmers, Mr. Durgesh claimed that Civil Supplies and Consumer Affairs Minister Nadendla Manohar had consented to procure 2.5 lakh MT of paddy as against the previous target of two lakh MT in East Godavari district.
“The rice millers will have to use quality gunny bags. The farmers can book their slot for the paddy procurement by sharing their details on whatsapp no. 73373-59375 as part of the Whatsapp governance,” said Mr. Durgesh.
The Minister promised payment within 48 hours of the procurement.

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