Kirtam Ram Patel, a farmer from Rampur, thanked the government for the smooth arrangements. 

Raipur - The ongoing paddy procurement festival across the state has brought a message of relief, transparency, and ease for farmers. Kirtam Ram Patel, a farmer and village Patel from Rampur Gram Panchayat in Surguja district, expressed satisfaction with the arrangements at procurement centers, stating that this year's paddy procurement process is extremely simple, systematic, and farmer-friendly. Farmer Mr. Kirtam Ram Patel stated that he is selling a total of 187 quintals of paddy this season. He has already sold 80 quintals of this paddy through tokens, and will sell the remaining 107 quintals when the next token is issued. He stated that the token system has reduced crowding at procurement centers and is allowing farmers to sell their paddy on time. He added that the adequate availability of gunny bags, cooperation from staff, accurate weighing, and transparent procedures are further strengthening farmers' confidence. Farmer Mr. Patel stated that compared to previous years, the procurement system is much smoother and transparent, with no disruptions. Farmers are delighted with Chief Minister Shri Vishnu Dev Sai's decision to set a support price of Rs 3,100 per quintal for paddy. He explained that improved arrangements are ensuring farmers receive fair prices and save time and labor. Food department officials stated that token distribution, electronic weighing, quality testing, bag management, and payment systems have been strengthened this year to ensure complete transparency in paddy procurement. This satisfaction from farmers is proof that the paddy procurement campaign, being conducted under the Chief Minister's direction, is succeeding in benefiting farmers and ensuring a smooth process.