Begusarai, Darbhanga Farmers Rejoice: Paddy Procurement Target Increased, Grain at Govt Rates

• Farmers in Begusarai and Darbhanga districts will now be able to sell their paddy at government rates, resolving previous procurement issues.
• The Bihar government significantly increased the paddy procurement target for Kharif Marketing Season 2025–26 in both districts.
• Begusarai's paddy procurement target surged from 8,829 metric tons to 16,165 metric tons after farmers' protests and MLA intervention.
• The decision aims to benefit paddy-producing farmers, PACS, and marketing societies, ensuring fair prices for their produce.
• This move follows farmers' protests regarding the government's initial reluctance to purchase their cultivated paddy.

Why It Matters: Bihar government increased paddy procurement targets for Begusarai and Darbhanga, ensuring farmers sell at government rates.