Oppn, Cong clash over paddy procurement in T’gana
The Congress government in Telangana is facing criticism from opposition parties over its handling of paddy procurement during the recent Rabi season. Farmers are reportedly struggling due to shortages of gunny bags and delays at procurement centers, leading to tragic incidents of heat-related deaths. Opposition leaders are demanding immediate government action to address these issues and ensure proper support for farmers.
- ▪The opposition alleges that the Congress government has failed in paddy procurement, leaving farmers in distress.
- ▪Farmers have faced long waits at procurement centers, with reports of deaths due to heatstroke.
- ▪Only 24% of paddy procurement has been completed so far, according to opposition claims.
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Oppn, Cong clash over paddy procurement in T’ganaTelangana's Congress government faces backlash from opposition over paddy procurement failures, with farmers struggling amid heat and shortages.Published on: May 23, 2026 7:04 AM ISTBy Srinivasa Rao ApparasuShare viaCopy link HyderabadThe opposition parties and the ruling Congress in Telangana on Friday indulged in a bitter political slugfest over procurement of paddy and other agricultural produce during the recently concluded Rabi season.Oppn, Cong clash over paddy procurement in T’ganaThe opposition Bharat Rashtra Samithi (BRS) alleged that the Congress government had miserably failed in paddy procurement, leaving farmers in the lurch.“Chief minister A Revanth Reddy is making “irresponsible and misleading” statements on paddy…
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