New Delhi, April 23, 2026: The Government of India has intensified procurement operations under the PM AASHA scheme, expanding activities in Chhattisgarh while initiating a structured pulse procurement system in Bihar for the first time. The move is aimed at improving price support for farmers and strengthening the agricultural supply chain.
In Bihar, organised procurement of masoor has been launched under the Atmanirbhar Pulses initiative. Officials said the state has set a procurement target of 32000 metric tonnes. So far, 16 cooperative centres have been registered and nearly 60 farmers have been onboarded, with procurement crossing 100 metric tonnes. The operation is supported by scientific storage facilities to ensure proper handling of produce.
Meanwhile, procurement activities in Chhattisgarh have gained momentum with the support of digital platforms and expanded outreach. A network of around 85 procurement centres is currently operational across several districts, with plans to extend coverage further.
Government agencies including NCCF and NAFED are leading the procurement drive in both states. In Chhattisgarh, thousands of farmers have been registered for crops such as chana and masoor, with procurement already reaching significant volumes.
Officials said the integration of digital systems has improved transparency and efficiency in procurement operations, enabling better tracking of transactions and farmer participation.
The government stated that these initiatives are part of efforts to ensure fair price realisation for farmers and strengthen the MSP based procurement framework. It also aims to integrate farmers into formal supply chains and reduce market volatility.
Authorities added that continued expansion of procurement infrastructure and cooperative networks will play a key role in achieving long term agricultural sustainability and national food security goals.
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