Farmers in Uttar Pradesh have received a major relief from the government. They can now sell their wheat at government procurement centers without going through online registration.
Earlier, farmers had to complete a digital process called the “Kisan Registry” to verify their identity and crops. But after many farmers faced problems with this system, the government decided to remove this requirement.
Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath has instructed all district officials to implement this change immediately so that farmers can benefit without delay.
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Why This Decision Was Needed
At the start of the year, registration was made compulsory for farmers who wanted to sell wheat at the Minimum Support Price (MSP).
However, many farmers could not complete the registration process. As a result, they were unable to sell their crops at government centers. This forced them to sell wheat to middlemen at lower prices, leading to financial losses.
Seeing these issues, the government stepped in and relaxed the rules. Now, farmers can once again sell their wheat directly at procurement centers without registration.
Better Facilities for Farmers
The government has also focused on improving conditions at procurement centers. Officials have been instructed to ensure that farmers do not face any inconvenience.
With rising temperatures, arrangements like drinking water, fans, and shaded areas are being made available at centers to provide relief.
Current Procurement Status
According to the Food and Civil Supplies Department, by 11 am on April 20, more than 2.38 lakh metric tons of wheat had already been procured from over 42,000 farmers.
So far, more than 4.77 lakh farmers have registered for wheat sales, and over 5,400 procurement centers are operating across the state.
What This Means for Farmers
This decision is expected to make the wheat procurement process faster and simpler. It will also help more farmers sell their crops at fair prices without depending on middlemen.
With easier access to procurement centers, the state is likely to see a rise in wheat purchases in the coming days, which could even help surpass its procurement targets.