Andhra Pradesh dispatches 1.7 lakh tonnes rice to FCI in 15 days of kharif procurement

• Andhra Pradesh sent over 1.7 lakh tonnes of rice to the FCI within 15 days of kharif paddy procurement.
• The state has procured over 20 lakh tonnes of paddy from nearly 3.5 lakh farmers, depositing around Rs 4,600 crore into their accounts.
• 32,000 vehicles and special trains are deployed to facilitate smooth transportation of procured stocks.
• Emergency measures were initiated in Krishna, Guntur, and Bapatla districts due to heavy yields, rains, and Cyclone Ditwah.
• The government prioritizes transparent procurement, strict supervision, and continuous monitoring to safeguard farmers and ensure MSP operations.

Why It Matters: Andhra's fast rice procurement ensures farmer payments and national food supply.