Mandi labour rate hiked 10% in Punjab

Punjab Government has approved a 10 per cent increase in mandi labour rate for the upcoming paddy procurement season. This decision was taken during a meeting of Board of Directors of Punjab Mandi Board chaired by Harchand Singh Barsat, Chairman of the board.

The mandi labour rate has been hiked from Rs 17.50 to Rs 19.26 per 37.5 kg bag of paddy, marking an increase of Rs 1.76 per bag.

Barsat said that the 10 per cent hike in mandi labour rate is a response to labour unions' demands. The revised rates will provide much-needed relief to labourers and their families, promoting fair labour practices and improving lives of those crucial to the agricultural supply chain.