Despite early sowing of paddy and expectations of a bumper crop, Punjab witnessed lower electricity consumption during the ongoing paddy season as widespread and timely monsoon showers eased pressure on tubewells. Officials of the Punjab State Power Corporation Limited (PSPCL) said the corporation was able to save crores on free power while managing demand more … Read more
In a significant move to protect farmers’ interests, Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann on Sunday announced that government procurement of paddy will begin two weeks earlier than usual—from September 15 instead of the traditional October 1 start. The decision aims to reduce crop damage caused by increased moisture levels during colder nights and early mornings … Read more
NGT noticed on forming committee to vigil on Paddy sowing date and receding water levels, circled punjab government on Ground Water receding issue and its decision. M4PNews|Chandigarh National Green Tribunal have circled Punjab Government on its double standards as they have preponed the transplanting date of paddy sowing from 20 June to 13 June. That … Read more