Farmers in Padmapur staged a 12‑hour shutdown recently to protest delays and issues in paddy procurement. The protest affected local markets, shops, and daily life in the region, drawing attention to the difficulties faced by farmers during the harvesting season.
The farmers said that delays in procurement and lack of timely support were hurting their income. Many of them depend on the sale of paddy at government procurement centres to cover their annual expenses and sustain their livelihoods. Frustrated by the slow process, they decided to enforce a shutdown to demand faster and more transparent procurement.
During the 12‑hour protest, shops, markets, and businesses remained closed. The farmers also gathered near the local procurement centres to highlight their concerns. Local authorities monitored the situation, ensuring the protest remained peaceful and no untoward incident occurred.
The farmers’ main demand is for the government to speed up the paddy procurement process and ensure that payments are made on time. They emphasized that timely procurement is crucial for their financial stability, especially for small and marginal farmers who rely heavily on crop sales.
This shutdown is part of a wider trend in several regions where farmers have raised concerns over delays in the purchase of their crops. Protests like these reflect the ongoing challenges faced by India’s agricultural sector and underline the importance of efficient procurement systems.
The Padmapur farmers have stated that they will continue to follow up with authorities until their concerns are addressed. They hope that such measures will improve procurement procedures and provide fair support to farming communities.
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