Adani Silo Row: Surjewala Slams Govt’s ‘Slow’ Wheat Procurement
Congress leader Randeep Surjewala on Monday accused the Centre and Haryana governments of sluggish wheat procurement at an Adani-owned silo in Kaithal. He alleged delays in the process, impacting farmers.
Surjewala, a Rajya Sabha MP, pointed fingers at the BJP government, linking the slow pace to alleged favoritism. He claimed the silo, though Adani-owned, is rented by the Food Corporation of India (FCI).
The Congress leader’s statement comes amidst growing concerns over timely procurement and minimum support prices for farmers. He demanded immediate government intervention to resolve the issue.
This incident highlights concerns about private sector involvement in food procurement and its potential impact on farmers’ livelihoods. The ongoing debate underscores the need for greater transparency and accountability in the system to ensure fair prices and timely payments for agricultural produce. The matter is likely to intensify political heat in the coming weeks.
