Lucknow, June 16 -- The Uttar Pradesh government, led by CM Yogi Adityanath, is constantly striving to improve the prosperity of farmers. For the first time in the Rabi crop season, the government is purchasing maize directly from the farmers at the Minimum Support Price (MSP).

This purchase started from June 15 and will continue till July 31. Purchase will occur at the centres from 9 am to 6 pm. Under the marketing year 2024-25, maize will be purchased from farmers at Rs 2225 per quintal.

It is worth noting that Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath, who recently reached Auraiya, inquired about the farmers' maize cultivation and assured them that the government would regularly pave the way for their progress and prosperity.

The UP Government...