Steady Inflow of New Paddy; Normal Trading in Rice
New Delhi: The arrival of non-basmati paddy (both 'A' grade and common varieties) and basmati paddy is increasing in major agricultural markets (*mandis*), with millers and exporters making purchases according to their requirements.
Delhi
During the week of October 10–16, daily arrivals of paddy reached 60,000–80,000 bags at the Narela *mandi* and 10,000–15,000 bags at the Najafgarh *mandi* in Delhi, while prices remained firm. In Chhattisgarh—specifically in Bhatapara and Rajim—the arrival of new-season paddy has not yet commenced, with only limited supplies of old-season paddy reaching the markets.
Punjab / Amritsar
Major *mandis* in Punjab—such as Amritsar, Fazilka, and Tarn Taran—are witnessing heavy inflows of paddy. Strong buying interest has kept prices firm and on an upward trend. Currently, the 1509 variety of paddy is the primary type arriving in these markets.
Uttar Pradesh / Haryana
Markets in Uttar Pradesh are also seeing an increased supply of similar paddy varieties. Key *mandis* in this region include Etah, Mainpuri, Aligarh, Khair, Jahangirabad, and Shahjahanpur. In Etah, prices rose by ₹150–200 per quintal. Similarly, some *mandis* in Haryana have begun receiving significant quantities of basmati paddy. In Rajasthan, large volumes of new-season paddy have started arriving in Bundi and Kota.
Rice
Domestic and export demand for rice remains largely normal. However, exports of basmati and fine-quality non-basmati rice from India to West Asia, the Middle East, and the Gulf region are facing some disruptions due to security concerns along the Strait of Hormuz, near Iran. Nevertheless, instead of any softening in prices, the trend remained one of firmness and strength.
Delhi
In Delhi’s Naya Bazar—as well as in Karnal (Haryana), various towns in Uttarakhand, and Bundi (Rajasthan)—rice prices remained largely stable, with trading activity staying limited.
