Encouraging fine rice cultivation with bonus payment to farmers
RSD-Telangana news: Chief Minister A. Revanth Reddy announced that the state government will introduce a special system to curb food adulteration. Similar to the recently launched enforcement models like EAGLE and HYDRA, a dedicated mechanism will be set up to control food adulteration. The government will study existing anti-adulteration laws across the country and implement strong measures. On the occasion of completing one year of the fine rice distribution scheme, under which 3.39 crore people are being benefited, the Civil Supplies Department organized a meal for public representatives in the Assembly Central Hall using fine rice. The event was attended by several leaders, including Telangana Legislative Council Chairman Gutha Sukender Reddy, Telangana Legislative Assembly Speaker Gaddam Prasad Kumar, Deputy Chief Minister Mallu Bhatti Vikramarka, Ministers Uttam Kumar Reddy along with ministers, MLCs, and MLAs. Speaking to the media, the Chief Minister said that previously distributed coarse rice was often not consumed, leading to the rise of a mafia converting it into fine rice. This resulted in government expenditure without real benefit to the poor. After careful consideration, the government introduced the scheme to supply fine rice that people actually consume. To support this A Rs.500 bonus per quintal was announced to encourage farmers to grow fine paddy. Ration cards were issued to all eligible beneficiaries. The government aims to ensure quality education and nutritious food for students. Awareness on crop diversification will be promoted. Farmers will be encouraged to shift toward commercial and alternative crops.
