Govt Procures 100 Lakh Cotton Bales Under MSP in FY 2024-25

In the ongoing cotton season of 2024-25, the Government of India, through its nodal agency, the Cotton Corporation of India Ltd (CCI) under the Ministry of Textiles, has made substantial progress in safeguarding farmers’ interests.  

As of March 31, 2025, CCI successfully procured 525 lakh quintals of seed cotton, equivalent to 100 lakh bales, under the Minimum Support Price (MSP) operations. 

Share in Total Cotton Arrivals and Production 

This procurement accounts for ~38% of the total cotton arrivals of 263 lakh bales, and 34% of the estimated total cotton production of 294.25 lakh bales for the season. This demonstrates the significant role of MSP operations in stabilizing the cotton market and ensuring farmer welfare. 

State-wise Procurement Highlights 

Among the cotton-producing states, Telangana led with a procurement of 40 lakh bales, followed by Maharashtra (30 lakh bales) and Gujarat (14 lakh bales). Other key contributors include: 

• Karnataka: 5 lakh bales 

• Madhya Pradesh: 4 lakh bales 

• Andhra Pradesh: 4 lakh bales 

• Odisha: 2 lakh bales 

• Haryana, Rajasthan, and Punjab: 1.15 lakh bales collectively 

In total, an impressive ₹37,450 crore has been transferred to nearly 21 lakh cotton farmers, ensuring financial support and market stability. 

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Technology-Enabled Procurement 

To streamline the procurement process, CCI set up 508 procurement centers across the country. Embracing digital innovation, the government introduced several farmer-friendly features: 

• On-spot Aadhaar authentication 

• SMS notifications for real-time payment updates 

• 100% direct bank payments via the National Automated Clearing House (NACH) 

• Cott-Ally mobile app, supporting nine regional languages, provides farmers with MSP rates, payment tracking, and procurement center locations 

• Blockchain technology and QR-coded bales for end-to-end traceability and transparency 

Conclusion 

The Government of India remains committed to protecting cotton farmers through a transparent and efficient MSP framework. With digital innovations and timely procurement, the CCI continues to play a vital role in empowering rural India and boosting agricultural resilience. 

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