Paddy arrival plays spoilsport to poll outcome predictions in Chhattisgarh

Paddy arrival has expedited in the procurement centres in Chhattisgarh, playing spoilsport to the poll outcome predictions of political pundits.

The state has gone to the polls in two phases on November 12 and 20. With heavy polling of over 75 per cent, political pundits predicted an edge for Congress with farmers’ holding the key to power. While BJP is seeking mandate for fourth term in succession, Congress is desperate for a change.

The initial reports that farmers were holding paddy for high returns had elated Congress. The party had declared a minimum support price (MSP) of Rs 2500 per