Decision aimed at farmer welfare widely welcomed, says BJP District President Komal Singh Rajput
Published on: February 07, 2026
By: BTNI
Location: Rajnandgaon, India
District BJP President Komal Singh Rajput expressed happiness over the extension of the paddy procurement timeline, stating that the decision was taken on the directions of Chief Minister Vishnu Deo Sai, keeping farmers’ interests as the top priority.
He said that the state government has provided significant relief in the paddy procurement process by allowing farmers from three specified categories to sell their produce for an additional two days, up to February 5 and 6, 2026.
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Rajput further stated that the Chief Minister has also instructed concerned officials to ensure adequate arrangements for gunny bags and labourers (hamals), so that farmers do not face any inconvenience at procurement centres.
He added that this decision clearly reflects the state government’s sensitivity towards farmers and its commitment to ensuring the safe, smooth and timely sale of agricultural produce.
According to Rajput, the move has been widely welcomed by farmers and stakeholders across the district, who see it as a positive step towards strengthening trust between the farming community and the government.
