Archive · 11 Jan 2026
Chhattisgarh Extends Mandi Fee Exemption for Rice Exporters
Chhattisgarh's Chief Minister, Vishnu Deo Sai, announced that the state will continue to waive the market fee for rice exporters for another year.
This decision aims to help rice exporters and farmers, making Chhattisgarh more competitive in the global rice market.
The state is known for its high-quality rice, including special varieties like Jeeraphool and Dubraj.
Currently, Chhattisgarh exports rice to about 90 countries.
The Chief Minister also inaugurated a new office for the Agricultural and Processed Food Products Export Development Authority (APEDA) and visited an exhibition showcasing different rice varieties and farming technologies.
The state's new industrial policy supports small-scale industries to enhance rice processing and export capabilities.
Chhattisgarh to extend mandi fee exemption for rice exporters for another year.
The exemption, granted last year, was set to expire in December 2025.
Chhattisgarh exports nearly 1 lakh tonnes of rice to around 90 countries annually.
The state's new industrial policy emphasizes promoting small-scale industries to boost rice processing and export capacity.
Chief Minister Vishnu Deo Sai inaugurated the regional office of APEDA and visited a rice-focused exhibition during the India International Rice Summit.
- Who
- Chhattisgarh Chief Minister Vishnu Deo Sai
- What
- Extension of mandi fee exemption for rice exporters
- When
- Announced on January 10, 2024
- Where
- Raipur, Chhattisgarh
- Why
- To boost rice exports and support farmers
- Announcement Date
- January 10, 2024
- Exemption Extension Duration
- 1 year
- Current Rice Export Volume
- 1 lakh tonnes annually
- Number of Exporting Countries
- 90
- Procurement Price per Quintal
- Rs 3,100
- Last Year's Paddy Procurement
- 149 lakh metric tonnes
- Event
- India International Rice Summit
- Key Rice Varieties
- Jeeraphool, Dubraj
