Telangana CM Sets June 15 Deadline for Centre on Paddy Procurement
Revanth Reddy gives Centre June 15 deadline for paddy procurement
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Telangana Chief Minister A Revanth Reddy has warned the Union government that the state will initiate a major protest on June 15 if it does not commence immediate procurement of paddy, including moisture-affected grains. He also raised concerns over unresolved inter-state irrigation disputes with Maharashtra.
- 01Chief Minister A Revanth Reddy demands immediate paddy procurement from the Centre, including moisture-affected grains.
- 02Reddy threatens to escalate protests if the Centre fails to act by June 15, stating that procured grains will be dumped at Union Ministers' residences.
- 03The Chief Minister emphasizes the urgency of resolving inter-state irrigation disputes, particularly regarding the Tummidihetti project.
- 04Reddy criticizes Maharashtra's Chief Minister for not responding to requests for cooperation on irrigation projects.
- 05Union Minister G Kishan Reddy is urged to take responsibility for the procurement issue.
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Telangana Chief Minister A Revanth Reddy has issued a stern warning to the Union government regarding the delayed procurement of paddy, stating that the state will initiate a significant agitation on June 15 if immediate action is not taken. During a public meeting, Reddy urged Union Minister G Kishan Reddy to ensure the procurement of paddy, including moisture-affected grains, emphasizing the lack of storage options for the harvested crops. He warned that if the Centre fails to purchase the grains, all procured paddy would be dumped in front of Union Ministers' residences after the deadline. In addition to the procurement issue, Reddy also highlighted ongoing inter-state irrigation disputes, particularly concerning the Tummidihetti project linked to the Pranahita-Chevella scheme, and criticized Maharashtra's Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis for not responding to requests for cooperation. Reddy called for urgent resolution, indicating that Telangana seeks solutions rather than conflict.
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The procurement issue directly affects farmers in Telangana, as unresolved matters may lead to protests and the disposal of harvested crops.
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