Sivaganga farmers demand separate DPC at Panaiyur
Farmers in Sivaganga district are requesting a dedicated Direct Procurement Centre in Panaiyur to avoid logistical challenges caused by current consolidation plans. The Tamil Nadu Civil Supplies Corporation has acknowledged the request and is conducting a viability assessment.
Why it matters
This reflects the logistical struggles of small-scale farmers and the importance of accessible government infrastructure for agricultural trade.
Farmers from Panaiyur and its surrounding villages have urged the district administration and the Tamil Nadu Civil Supplies Corporation (TNCSC) to set up a dedicated summer Direct Procurement Centre (DPC) in their locality, citing logistics and transport challenges.
The article presents the farmers' demands and the government's response neutrally.
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