Govt. targets to procure 23 lakh MT of Rabi paddy from April 4 in Andhra Pradesh

Why in news

Civil Supplies Minister Nadendla Manohar announced a record procurement target of 23 lakh MT of Rabi paddy in Andhra Pradesh starting April 4.

Background

The government aims to procure 23 lakh MT of paddy, the highest ever in Andhra Pradesh. To facilitate this, 5.4 crore gunnysacks and 17,200 lorries equipped with GPS tracking will be deployed.

Facts for Prelims

• FactProcurement target: 23 lakh MT of Rabi paddy in Andhra Pradesh
• FactLogistics: 17,200 lorries with GPS tracking for movement monitoring
• FactInfrastructure: 5.4 crore gunnysacks available for procurement
• FactPayment timeline: Within 24 hours of procurement

For Mains

Q. Discuss the significance of timely procurement and logistical infrastructure in ensuring price realization for farmers during the Rabi season.

Dimensions to cover in your answer

• Logistical bottleneck: Ensuring real-time GPS monitoring and sufficient storage to prevent post-harvest losses
• Financial liquidity: Impact of 24-hour payment cycles on reducing distress sales by small and marginal farmers

Keywords: Price realization · Post-harvest losses · Logistical infrastructure · Distress sales · Procurement efficiency

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