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Haryana's Agriculture Minister, Shyam Singh Rana, has announced the allocation of a dedicated purchase center for oilseed crops, specifically mustard and sunflower, at the Pipli grain market in Kurukshetra. During a visit to review ongoing paddy procurement operations, the Minister assured local commission agents and farmers that the government is committed to easing the logistical burden on the agricultural community.
The decision follows requests from commission agents who highlighted the challenges faced by farmers who currently must travel to distant markets such as Ismailabad, Thanesar, and Shahabad to sell their oilseed produce. By establishing a center at Pipli, the government aims to provide a more localized solution for growers in the surrounding areas, ensuring they no longer have to travel to other centers to sell their harvests.
During his interaction with stakeholders, Minister Rana also addressed demands for improved infrastructure, agreeing to consider the construction of a 'Kisan Rest House' at the market site. He noted that the current paddy procurement season is proceeding smoothly, with payments being disbursed to farmers within the mandated 72-hour window and efficient crop lifting being maintained in accordance with government directives.
Several local officials attended the review, including Satish Kumar, Chairman of the Pipli Market Committee; Dharampal Mathana, General Secretary of the District Grain Market Commission Agents’ Association; and Gurmeet Saini, Secretary of the Pipli Market Committee, who apprised the minister of the procurement arrangements and outstanding demands.
Source: The Tribune