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Haryana wheat arrivals cross 85 LMT; probe into possible bogus procurement amid UP inflow allegations
Wheat arrivals in Haryana mandis have surpassed targets, topping 85 LMT against a 72 LMT expectation, prompting questions of bogus procurement or unauthorized inflows from neighboring states. The government reports ongoing procurement, while allegations and FIRs related to UP inflows surface amid measures to curb illicit procurement.
Why It Matters
The figures raise concerns about the integrity of procurement and MSP channels, with potential impacts on farmers, stock management, and market transparency.
Timeline
10 Events
Officials assert transparency; May 15 procurement deadline referenced
May 10, 2026
Officials said procurement is transparent and will ensure the purchase of all registered and verified farmers by May 15; they will examine complaints about illegal procurement.
Measures to counter unauthorised procurement
May 10, 2026
The government has introduced biometric registration for gate passes and mandatory registration on the Meri Fasal Mera Bayora portal to counter unauthorised procurement.
Karnal FIRs over suspected influx from UP; six arhtiyas booked
May 10, 2026
Two FIRs were registered in Karnal related to suspected inflow of wheat from Uttar Pradesh; six arhtiyas were booked in these cases.
As of May 10, 2026: Arrivals exceed 85 LMT; target 72 LMT; procurement around 79 LMT
May 10, 2026
Data from the Haryana government procurement portal show arrivals in mandis over 85 LMT against a target of 72 LMT. The government has procured around 79 LMT during the ongoing rabi season, with arrivals still continuing and storage arrangements being made.
May 8, 2026: Allegation of unauthorized inflow by Virender Singh Lather
May 8, 2026
Virender Singh Lather, former ICAR scientist, alleged that about 85 LMT of wheat had reached Haryana mandis by May 8, 2026, raising doubts about an additional 15 LMT arrival beyond last year’s 70.34 LMT procurement.
Yield impact in April 2026
April 2026
A fall in average wheat yield to about 18-20 quintals per acre was reported, down from 21-22 quintals per acre last year, amid continued adverse weather in March–April 2026.
Crop lodging and weather impact in March 2026
March 2026
The article notes crop lodging in Haryana due to untimely rainfall and strong winds as the crop was maturing in March 2026, contributing to concerns about subsequent wheat yield.
Past procurement volumes context: 2025-26
2025
Wheat procurement in 2025-26 was 70.34 LMT.
Past procurement volumes context: 2024-25
2024
Wheat procurement in 2024-25 was 71.51 LMT.
Past procurement volumes context: 2023
2023
Wheat procurement in 2023 was 63.17 LMT.