July 6th 2024.
In a recent meeting at Krushi Bhawan, Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi announced that the state government will be taking steps to support farmers by setting up cold storage facilities in all sub-divisions. The meeting, which was attended by Deputy Chief Minister and Agriculture Minister KV Singh Deo and department Secretary Arabinda Padhee, was held after discussions with various farmers' associations.
Majhi assured that the government is committed to establishing a cold store in each of the 58 sub-divisions in Odisha, with plans to expand to more areas in the future. This move comes as a relief to farmers, who often face difficulties in storing their produce and are forced to sell their crops at lower prices.
The Chief Minister also shared that the government is working towards including all eligible farmers in the state under the PM Kisan Yojana. Additionally, a new initiative called the Samrudhha Krushak Niti Yojana will be introduced to provide support to farmers throughout the entire process, from sowing seeds to selling their produce.
This decision has been met with gratitude from various farmers' outfits, who have been struggling with the lack of preservation facilities in the state. In the past, farmers have had to sell their crops at distress prices due to the absence of proper storage options.
The state government has also taken steps to support farmers by deciding to buy paddy at Rs 3,100 per quintal. This move will provide much-needed relief to farmers and help them earn a fair price for their hard work. With these initiatives, the government is working towards improving the lives of farmers in Odisha and ensuring their prosperity in the long run.
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