Ludhiana West records 87.58% wheat lifting amid ongoing procurement

Deputy commissioner Himanshu Jain said Ludhiana West grain markets have so far recorded arrival of 3,51,021 MT of wheat, all of which has been procured by government agencies. Of the total procured stock, 87.58% has already been lifted from mandis. Ludhiana East has arrival of 3,93,726 MT of wheat, with 100% procurement completed by various government agencies. District food and supplies officer Sartaaj Singh Cheema said lifting operations are being carried out continuously across mandis to ensure farmers do not face inconvenience due to stock accumulation. He added that teams are monitoring procurement and lifting operations and instructions have been issued to agencies to ensure timely lifting so farmers do not face difficulties during procurement season. Officials said rapid lifting has helped prevent congestion inside mandis during peak procurement weeks. Deputy commissioner Jain said the district administration is making all possible efforts to ensure smooth procurement, timely lifting, and hassle-free arrangements for farmers. “The Punjab government is closely monitoring procurement arrangements to ensure smooth functioning in mandis, timely payments, and adherence to all guidelines,” he said. Jain further stated that nearly 99% payments to farmers for procured wheat have already been cleared. Officials added field teams have been directed to further expedite lifting operations in the coming days and maintain systematic movement of stock from mandis.