Central Government Sets 71.95 Million Tonne Foodgrain Procurement Target
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Updated Sep 22
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What happened
The Central Government has set a target to purchase 71.95 million tonnes of foodgrain during the kharif marketing season (KMS) 2026-27, remaining consistent with the previous year's goal of 72 million tonnes.
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Why it matters
This procurement target supports the government’s flagship foodgrain distribution program for eligible beneficiaries. The plan relies on specific contributions from various states, including Punjab, which is expected to contribute around 18 million tonnes.
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Who's involved
- central governmentSets the overall national foodgrain procurement targets for the food security program.
How it developed
Newest first. Tap a step to see who reported it.- The Central Government set procurement targets for the season, while millers sought assurance regarding pending rice purchases.Sub-event
Central government outlines national foodgrain procurement targets for the year.1 source
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The entities involved
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central government
state function
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Haryana
state in North India
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Odisha
state in Eastern India