Bhopal, Oct. 30 -- Madhya Pradesh Chief Minister Mohan Yadav has directed that agricultural mandis across the state remain open for procurement even on holidays to facilitate soybean and maize-producing farmers.

The decision has been taken in view of the large inflow of notified agricultural produce in mandis across the state. Keeping mandis closed on holidays could force farmers to wait until the next working day to sell their produce, causing delays and financial difficulties.

"The Madhya Pradesh government is committed to facilitating soybean and maize-producing farmers and ensuring smooth procurement of their produce. It has now been decided to keep mandis open and continue the procurement of soybean and maize even on holidays. This...