Paddy procurement at MSP to begin from November 15 in the state

Raipur, November 14, 2026

Paddy procurement at the Minimum Support Price (MSP) will begin from November 15 in the state. This year, paddy will be procured from over 27.5 lakh farmers in the state at a rate of Rs 1,130 per quintal, up to a maximum of 21 quintals per acre. 1,130 paddy procurement centres have been set up across the state for the convenience of farmers. To make paddy procurement systematic and transparent, priority has been given to the availability of sufficient weighing scales, electronic weighing machines, equipment for checking the quality of paddy, and safe storage and transportation arrangements at all procurement centres. Special attention has also been paid to providing drinking water, seating arrangements, shade, and other basic facilities for farmers.