Archive · 21 Nov 2025
Odisha Seeks Early Rice Evacuation, Paddy Subsidy Clearance
Odisha's government asked the central government to quickly remove 7.6 million tons of rice and pay Rs 8,178 crore in pending paddy subsidy.
They also asked for more rice to be bought during the upcoming harvest season.
The central minister promised to help Odisha with these issues.
Odisha requests Centre to clear Rs 8,178 cr paddy subsidy
State urges for early evacuation of 7.60 lakh metric tons of rice
Minister Patra meets Union Minister Joshi to discuss issues related to Odisha
Patra requests enhancement of rice procurement target for kharif season
Union Minister Joshi assures help to Odisha
- Who
- Odisha's government and the central government
- What
- Requested and discussed rice evacuation, paddy subsidy, and procurement target enhancement
- When
- Recently
- Where
- New Delhi
- Why
- To ensure smooth procurement and support farmers
Odisha's Stance
Central Government's Stance
Paddy Subsidy Clearance
Odisha's Stance
Odisha requests early release of pending claims
Central Government's Stance
Central government yet to respond explicitly
Rice Evacuation
Odisha's Stance
Odisha urges for early evacuation within specified time frame
Central Government's Stance
Central government yet to respond explicitly
Procurement Target Enhancement
Odisha's Stance
Odisha requests enhancement for kharif season
Central Government's Stance
Central government assures help but no explicit commitment on target enhancement
- Total rice to be evacuated
- 7.60 lakh metric tons
- Pending paddy subsidy claims
- Rs 8178.19 crore
- Financial years for pending dues
- 2020 to 2023
- Upcoming procurement cycle
- Kharif season