Government procurement of wheat for central pool reaches above 10 lakh tonnes

04-Apr-2025 12:23 PM

Government's Wheat Procurement Surpasses 10 Lakh Tonnes

📢 Key Update: The Indian government has procured over 10 lakh tonnes of wheat for the central pool in the ongoing Rabi marketing season (2025-26), marking a sharp rise from just 3.50 lakh tonnes in the same period last year.

Why the Surge in Procurement?

✅ Softening domestic wheat prices
✅ Early start of procurement in key states
✅ Additional bonus in Madhya Pradesh & Rajasthan

State-wise Procurement (As of April 2, 2025)

📌 Madhya Pradesh: ~10 lakh tonnes
📌 Rajasthan: 51,373 tonnes
📌 Uttar Pradesh: 10,625 tonnes
📌 Total Market Arrival (Haryana, UP, MP, Rajasthan, Gujarat): 26 lakh tonnes (vs. 9.80 lakh tonnes last year)

MSP & Bonus Offered

💰 Minimum Support Price (MSP): ₹2425 per quintal
🔹 Madhya Pradesh: ₹2600 per quintal (₹175 bonus)
🔹 Rajasthan: ₹2575 per quintal (₹150 bonus)

Government's Target & Outlook

🎯 Target Procurement for 2025-26: 313 lakh tonnes
📈 Higher wheat production expected due to increased sowing area & favorable weather
🛒 Government agencies are working aggressively to maximize purchases