Bhubaneswar, February 10: Odisha Chief Secretary Anu Garg on Tuesday discussed with the delegation of All Odisha Rice Millers' Association to resolve the challenges in the state's rice procurement process. The meeting, held at Lok Seva Bhawan, focused on issues related to procurement, milling, and distribution.
Millers highlighted concerns over the collection of rice by the Food Corporation of India (FCI), and ongoing challenges in custom milling and rice storage. They emphasized the increased costs due to extended storage periods and the need for additional storage facilities. Millers also called for more financial support for transportation and storage.
With the 2024-2025 paddy still in milling and distribution, millers urged the government to resolve these issues before the 2025-2026 season begins. Chief Secretary Garg assured that a thorough investigation would be conducted and steps taken to address the concerns, while the Millers’ Association stressed the importance of continued cooperation.
