In 13 districts, 15,000 metric tons of paddy were procured at a price 64% higher than the MSP in Fazilka.

The government procurement of paddy in Punjab began on Thursday. On the first day, a total of 39,342.75 metric tons of paddy were recorded for arrival in grain markets across 13 districts. Out of this, a total of 15,030.45 metric tons of crop procurement has been completed. Government agencies procured 10,387.45 metric tons of paddy, while private traders purchased 4,643.00 metric tons. Meanwhile, farmers who came to sell their paddy were also paid ₹22 lakh on the first day. Food and