Farmers block roads demanding swift procurement of paddy

On Wednesday, farmers in Huzurnagar constituency of Suryapet district staged a massive protest, blocking roads with tractors demanding e government intervention to ensure swift paddy procurement at the minimum support price (MSP). The protest took place under the leadership of local farmers, expressing their frustration over the delay in procurement and the exploitation by rice millers.
The farmers raised serious concerns regarding the failure of millers to purchase paddy at MSP. With the growing cost of cultivation and exploitation by millers, the farmers have been facing severe financial strain. The protesters accused millers of manipulating prices and demanded immediate action by the government to ensure that paddy is procured at fair prices.
The farmers highlighted that they were being forced to sell their paddy at lower rates, leading to significant losses. They urged the government to step in and regulate the millers, who they claimed were taking advantage of the situation and creating additional hardships for the farming community.
The protesters made it clear that they would not tolerate further delays in procurement and demanded that the government ensure the purchase of paddy at MSP to prevent further exploitation. They also urged authorities to take strict action against millers who were found violating the procurement norms.
The protest in Huzurnagar reflected growing discontent among the farmers, a farmer said.
The protest highlights the increasing frustrations of farmers across the State with the lack of proper support from both government authorities and private sector players.