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Amit Shah directs NAFED, NCCF to buy directly from farmers

Published Tuesday, June 23, 2026 · Updated June 23

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  • Farmer Empowerment & Self-Reliance — 1 source

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Union Home and Cooperation Minister Amit Shah has directed NAFED and NCCF to directly procure pulses and oilseeds from farmers, bypassing middlemen. This initiative aims to ensure farmers receive the full Minimum Support Price (MSP) and to boost India's self-reliance in these agricultural commodities, reducing the country's significant import dependency.

What We Know — Key Points

  • Union Home and Cooperation Minister Amit Shah directed NAFED and NCCF to procure pulses and oilseeds directly from farmers, bypassing middlemen.
  • The directive aims to ensure farmers receive the full benefit of the Minimum Support Price (MSP) and to achieve self-reliance in pulses and oilseeds.
  • India currently imports 6-7 million tonnes of pulses and 15-16 million tonnes of edible oils annually to bridge domestic shortfalls.

What Is Claimed — Perspectives

Farmer Empowerment & Self-Reliance
  • The Hindu

    The Hindu highlights the Indian government's initiatives to empower farmers and achieve self-reliance in pulses and oilseeds by streamlining procurement processes.

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