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Agriculture
Farmers Block Bhopal Roads, Demand 100% Moong Procurement at MSP
✍️ Hindustan Times
🗓 29 Jul 2026, 04:41 PM
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Farmers have blocked roads and shut schools in Bhopal, demanding the government procure all moong at the Minimum Support Price, resolve e‑token issues and ensure timely fertilizer supply.
Farmers from several districts have marched to the heart of Bhopal, blocking key roads and forcing the closure of schools to press for their demands. The primary demand is that the government procure 100 per cent of the moong crop at the Minimum Support Price (MSP). They also seek a resolution to persistent problems with the e‑token system, which has hindered timely procurement. Additionally, the farmers insist on the prompt availability of fertilizers, which they claim is essential for maintaining crop yields.
The protest began early this morning, with thousands of farmers converging on the city’s main thoroughfares. Local authorities have deployed traffic police to manage the congestion, but the demonstrations have continued unabated. The farmers have also called for a meeting with state officials to negotiate the terms of the procurement and address the logistical challenges.
State agriculture officials have acknowledged the grievances and said they are reviewing the MSP rates for moong. They have also promised to investigate the e‑token issues and expedite fertilizer distribution. However, no concrete timeline has been provided, leaving farmers anxious about the future of their harvest.
The march has drawn attention to the broader challenges faced by farmers across the country, including price volatility, supply chain bottlenecks, and the need for transparent procurement mechanisms. As the protest continues, the government’s response will be closely watched by stakeholders in the agricultural sector.
The protest began early this morning, with thousands of farmers converging on the city’s main thoroughfares. Local authorities have deployed traffic police to manage the congestion, but the demonstrations have continued unabated. The farmers have also called for a meeting with state officials to negotiate the terms of the procurement and address the logistical challenges.
State agriculture officials have acknowledged the grievances and said they are reviewing the MSP rates for moong. They have also promised to investigate the e‑token issues and expedite fertilizer distribution. However, no concrete timeline has been provided, leaving farmers anxious about the future of their harvest.
The march has drawn attention to the broader challenges faced by farmers across the country, including price volatility, supply chain bottlenecks, and the need for transparent procurement mechanisms. As the protest continues, the government’s response will be closely watched by stakeholders in the agricultural sector.