Paddy worth Rs 10.53cr procured in last 48 hours; MSP buying begins in all states: Govt

Amid widespread farmers' protest against the new farm laws, the Centre on Monday came out with the latest data of paddy procurement in the last 48 hours to allay any apprehensions over the minimum support price (MSP) buying. With the latest procurement data, the government aims to send a clear message that it has no intention of scrapping the MSP.