Apr 24, 2025 07:52 AM IST
Loading prices for labourers hiked to at ₹2.64 per bag; this hike is predicted to learn labourers with an estimated ₹10 crore yearly
State meals and civil provides minister Lal Chand Kataruchak on Wednesday stated that out of the 60 lakh metric tonnes (LMT) of wheat that arrived in Punjab’s grain markets, 54 LMT have already been procured and funds totaling practically ₹8,000 crore have been straight credited to the farmers’ accounts.
Lal Chand Kataruchak at a grain market in Sangrur on Wednesday. (HT Picture)
Kataruchak, who visited the Sangrur grain market on Wednesday, additionally introduced a rise in loading prices for labourers on the grain markets. The brand new charge of ₹2.64 per bag marks a rise of 84 paise from final yr. This hike is predicted to learn the labourers with an estimated ₹10 crore yearly.
The minister stated that the Punjab authorities is absolutely dedicated to assembly its allotted goal of 124 LMT for the central pool, including that environment friendly preparations made by the state have garnered satisfaction from the farmers, making certain that their main wants for well timed procurement and immediate funds are being successfully addressed.
Kataruchak additionally stated that strict motion can be taken in opposition to any irregularities within the procurement course of, comparable to extreme weighing.