Pathalgaon's Long-Awaited Wholesale Market Opens, Farmers Rejoice with Fair Prices
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News18•31-01-2026, 13:20
Pathalgaon's Long-Awaited Wholesale Market Opens, Farmers Rejoice with Fair Prices
- •The wholesale fruit and vegetable market in Pathalgaon, Surguja division, Chhattisgarh, has finally become operational after years of readiness.
- •Farmers previously traveled to other districts like Dharamjaigarh, Lailunga, and Sitapur to sell produce, incurring high transportation costs and time.
- •The new market, built on 10 acres at a cost of 7.5 crore rupees, will allow farmers to sell locally, saving time and money while ensuring better prices.
- •Traders will also benefit by directly purchasing produce from farmers at fair prices, reducing intermediary costs and strengthening the local agricultural economy.
- •The market is seen as a milestone, offering a new ray of hope for farmers by increasing income and reducing reliance on middlemen.
Why It Matters: Pathalgaon's new wholesale market promises fair prices and convenience, boosting the agricultural economy for farmers and traders.
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