Tag: Agriculture Policy

Congress leader Anis Khan has criticised the Chhattisgarh Budget, calling it numerically large but weak in priorities, alleging inadequate focus on agriculture, employment, rural economy and welfare commitments. He also raised concerns over the discontinuation of initiatives introduced during the tenure of former Chief Minister Bhupesh Baghel.

In a major relief to farmers, the Chhattisgarh government has extended the paddy procurement period by two additional days following directions from Chief Minister Vishnu Deo Sai. The decision has been welcomed across the district, with BJP leaders stating that it reflects the government’s commitment to ensuring hassle-free sale of farmers’ produce.

Chhattisgarh Chief Minister Vishnu Deo Sai has extended the mandi fee exemption for rice exporters by another year, announcing the decision at the India International Rice Summit in Raipur. The move is expected to boost rice exports, benefit farmers, and strengthen the state’s agri-export ecosystem.

In a major relief for the traditional Poha industry of Chhattisgarh, the state government has reduced the mandi fee on paddy used for Poha production to 1% and granted a full exemption from the farmer welfare charge. The move, which became effective on November 6, 2025, follows continuous efforts by former Chief Minister and Assembly Speaker Dr. Raman Singh, whose intervention has been widely credited for this policy decision. The Confederation of All India Traders (CAIT) and local producers felicitated Dr. Singh in Rajnandgaon for his support.