Telangana Government Offers Relief to Defaulting Rice Millers
Hyderabad, December 24, 2024: In a significant move, the Telangana Government has announced a relaxation for defaulting rice millers who have cleared 100% of their Custom Milled Rice (CMR) dues. The Civil Supplies Department has issued an order (G.O MS No. 57, CA, F&CS [CS-I] Dept., dated 24/12/2024) allowing such millers to pay their 25% penalty in two installments.
As per the directive, millers must pay 50% of the 25% penalty upfront and the remaining 50% by December 31, 2024. Additionally, they are required to furnish a 25% Bank Guarantee (BG) or Security Deposit (SD) based on their milling capacity. This compliance will enable them to secure paddy allotment for the Kharif 2024-25 season.
The relaxation is conditional upon recommendations from the respective District Collectors. District Collectors have been instructed to convene meetings with eligible millers to confirm payment of the first installment. Paddy allotment will only proceed after verification of compliance and submission of the required BG or SD.
The decision follows several appeals from defaulting millers and district administrations, seeking relief for those who have cleared their dues. The move is expected to facilitate smoother paddy milling operations and ensure timely procurement for the current Kharif season.
Civil Supplies Commissioner D.S. Chauhan has urged District Collectors to take immediate action to implement the relaxation and ensure compliance with the stipulated conditions.
