Punjab hikes maximum state-agreed price for sugarcane, highest in country
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ontinuing to lead the country in providing maximum State Agreed Price (SAP) for the sugarcane cultivators, Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Singh Mann on Monday announced a hike of Rs 10 in SAP thereby ensuring that the farmers will get Rs 401 per quintal for their yield.
The Chief Minister asserted that the state government is committed to the well-being of the sugarcane cultivators, announcing a hike of Rs 10 per quintal for farmers. He mentioned that Punjab will be offering the highest rate of sugarcane across the country, which will immensely benefit its farmers. Bhagwant Mann emphasized that the state would continue to lead the country in maximum sugarcane prices in line with the government's commitment.
The Chief Minister highlighted that his government has consistently provided high rates to sugarcane cultivators, and this trend is being maintained. He stated that the state government will give Rs 401 per quintal for early varieties of sugarcane and Rs 391 for mid-late varieties.
Furthermore, the Chief Minister expressed his commitment to the well-being of every segment of society, including farmers. He mentioned that the government is making strenuous efforts to ensure that a ‘Rangla Punjab’ is created. Mann added that the government is ensuring judicious use of public funds for their well-being, noting that a range of pro-people and development-oriented policies have been initiated in the state.
✔️ Punjab hikes maximum state-agreed price for sugarcane, highest in country
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