Under the leadership of Chief Minister Bhagwant Singh Mann, the Punjab Government has once again reaffirmed its commitment to the welfare of farmers by ensuring a seamless and transparent paddy procurement season. The state’s efficient system has enabled the smooth inflow, purchase, and lifting of paddy across mandis, protecting the interests of farmers, commission agents, and labourers alike.
According to official figures available up to November 11, Sangrur district has emerged as the **top performer in both paddy arrival and procurement**, while **Patiala has taken the lead in lifting** operations.
Overview of Paddy Procurement in Punjab (as of November 11):
* Total Paddy Arrival: 1,53,76,697.06 lakh metric tonnes (LMT)
* Total Paddy Procurement: 1,52,69,488.62 lakh metric tonnes (over 99%)
* Total Paddy Lifting: 1,38,54,981.49 metric tonnes (over 90%)
These figures highlight the Punjab Government’s success in creating a robust system that ensures the timely movement of produce, prompt payments to farmers, and efficient lifting of procured paddy from mandis.
District-wise Performance:
1. **Sangrur – The front-runner in both arrival and procurement**
* Paddy Arrival: 13,30,792.77 metric tonnes
* Paddy Procurement: 13,28,302.88 metric tonnes
Sangrur achieved an almost 100% procurement rate, reflecting strong on-ground coordination and transparency in the entire process.
2. **Bathinda – A consistent performer securing second place**
* Paddy Arrival: 13,03,454.28 metric tonnes
* Paddy Procurement: 12,53,400.20 metric tonnes
Bathinda maintained its position as one of the most efficient districts, ensuring smooth procurement through close coordination among all stakeholders.
3. **Patiala – Third in procurement, but first in lifting**
* Paddy Arrival: 11,20,786.79 metric tonnes
* Paddy Procurement: 11,20,772.77 metric tonnes
* Paddy Lifting: 10,87,806.56 metric tonnes
While Patiala ranks third in procurement, it leads the state in lifting efficiency, ensuring rapid transportation of paddy stocks.
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Top Three Districts in Lifting:
1. Patiala – 10,87,806.56 metric tonnes (1st)
2. Sangrur – 10,83,766.01 metric tonnes (2nd)
3. Bathinda – 10,70,364.39 metric tonnes (3rd)
The close competition among these districts shows the high level of efficiency and coordination achieved during this procurement season.
Punjab Government’s Initiatives:
Chief Minister Bhagwant Singh Mann’s administration has implemented a strong and accountable procurement system in mandis to ensure fairness and efficiency at every level. The system focuses on:
* Timely payments to farmers
* Quick and transparent weighing of paddy
* Prompt lifting and transportation of procured grain
* A smooth “no-wait policy” for farmers to avoid delays in selling their produce
These reforms have greatly benefited farmers and ensured that procurement activities progress without disruption.
Punjab’s paddy procurement season stands as a model of efficiency and farmer welfare across the country.
While **Sangrur district dominates in arrival and procurement**, **Patiala leads in lifting**, followed closely by **Bathinda**, reflecting a well-coordinated state-wide effort.
The smooth execution of procurement operations once again demonstrates the Punjab Government’s unwavering commitment to ensuring prosperity and stability for its farming community.
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