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Kharif sowing area increases by 6.51 lakh hectares: Chouhan

Published: Oct 14, 2025

By TIOLCorplaws News Service

NEW DELHI, OCT 14, 2025: UNION Minister for Agriculture & Farmers' Welfare, and Rural Development, Shivraj Singh Chouhan chaired a high-level meeting yesterday to review the progress of the agriculture sector. The meeting covered a comprehensive assessment of Kharif crop conditions, Rabi sowing preparedness, crop situation in flood-affected areas, price trends, fertiliser availability, and reservoir storage levels. The Union Minister also issued necessary directions to concerned officials during the meeting.

Officials informed that the total area under Kharif crops has increased by 6.51 lakh hectares compared to the previous year. The total sown area stands at 1,121.46 lakh hectares, as against 1,114.95 lakh hectares in 2024-25. The meeting noted that sowing of major crops such as wheat, paddy, maize, sugarcane, and pulses has recorded an increase over the previous year. It was further informed that the area under urad (black gram) cultivation has risen by 1.50 lakh hectares - from 22.87 lakh hectares in 2024-25 to 24.37 lakh hectares in 2025-26.

The Union Minister also reviewed the situation in flood-affected regions. Chouhan, who recently visited districts impacted by floods and landslides in some states, was briefed that while excessive rainfall has affected crops in certain areas, other regions have benefited from a good monsoon, resulting in healthy crop growth that is expected to boost Rabi sowing and overall production.

Officials further informed that sowing of tomato and onion is progressing smoothly. The area under onion cultivation has increased from 3.62 lakh hectares in 2024-25 to 3.91 lakh hectares now, while potato cultivation has expanded from 0.35 lakh hectares to 0.43 lakh hectares. Similarly, tomato sowing has grown from 1.86 lakh hectares during the same period last year to 2.37 lakh hectares this year. The meeting noted that the sowing of potato, onion, and tomato has progressed well in line with the set targets.

Officials also apprised the Union Agriculture Minister that the current rice and wheat stock levels are higher than the prescribed buffer norms, indicating a stable supply position.

Regarding water availability, Chouhan was informed that reservoir storage levels across the country are significantly better compared to the same period last year as well as the average of the past decade. As of now, the 161 major reservoirs hold 103.51% of last year's storage and 115% of the ten-year average storage, reflecting a positive outlook for agricultural productivity.

Chouhan also reviewed the availability of fertilisers and directed officials to ensure smooth and timely supply in the coming months. He instructed that close coordination be maintained with the Ministry of Chemicals and Fertilizers to prevent any disruptions. Officials informed the Union Minister that continuous coordination is being maintained with states to assess and meet fertiliser requirements for the upcoming agricultural season.

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