Govt raises paddy MSP by ₹72 to ₹2,441/quintal for 2026-27
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Summary
The support price for common and A-grade varieties has been increased by ₹72 per quintal to ₹2,441 and ₹2,461 per quintal, respectively, for the 2026-27 kharif marketing season (September-October).
Key Facts
Type Policy
Source BusinessLine - Economy
Published Wednesday, 13 May 2026
Affected Population ~150 million farming households, 42% of workforce
Key Numbers
Agri budget: Rs 1.52 lakh crore (2025-26)
MSP for 23 crops
PM-KISAN: Rs 6,000/year to 9 crore farmers
Rs 15,000 crore for Digital India initiatives
Key Authorities
Key Stakeholders
Government Context
NDA III BJP-led NDA
Left Centre Right