Lucknow: Minister of State for Horticulture, Agricultural Marketing, Agri Foreign Trade, and Export (Independent Charge) Dinesh Pratap Singh directed comprehensive improvements in the state’s agricultural mandis during a meeting held at the State Agricultural Produce Marketing Board in Lucknow. The meeting focused on streamlining mandi operations, enhancing facilities for farmers, and ensuring efficient use of resources.
Key Directives Issued by the Minister
- Cleanliness and Anti-Encroachment Measures: Regular cleanliness drives and strict actions against illegal encroachments in mandis.
- Farmer Facilities: Establishment and maintenance of Farmer Rest Houses and Welcome Centers in all mandis.
- Cold Room Construction: Setting up cold storage facilities to safeguard farmers’ produce.
- Road Maintenance: Prioritization of road repairs and construction projects to ensure quality and timely completion.
- Budget Utilization: Proper planning and on-time expenditure of allocated budgets.
- Employee Welfare: Timely promotions for mandi board employees and officials.
Improved Planning and Execution
The Minister stressed the need for time-bound action plans and regular progress reviews for all initiatives. He called for proactive steps to maintain cleanliness, modernize rest houses, and establish cold rooms in every mandi to address farmers’ needs effectively.
Enhancing Farmers’ Experience
Minister Singh emphasized creating a farmer-friendly environment by building welcome centers and upgrading existing rest house facilities. He also highlighted the importance of ensuring roads within mandis are in good condition to facilitate smooth movement of goods.
Accountability and Efficiency
To ensure the timely execution of projects, Singh instructed officials to monitor the progress and focus on utilizing the budget effectively within stipulated deadlines. He further directed that promotions for mandi employees and officers be implemented promptly to enhance organizational efficiency.
The meeting underscored the state government’s commitment to improving agricultural marketing facilities and empowering farmers by addressing long-standing infrastructure and administrative challenges.
