Hyderabad, May 12 -- Chief Minister A Revanth Reddy reviewed the grain procurement and maize purchases across districts in a video conference meeting with collectors on Tuesday, May 12, in Hyderabad.

He directed regular field inspections and no inconvenience at the procurement centres. He asked district collectors to send daily reports to the Chief Secretary on the progress. "Measures should be taken to ensure there is no shortage of gunny bags or labourers. The procured grain must be transported to godowns promptly," he said.

He said that there should be no delay in the loading and transportation of crops and suggested using tractors and other vehicles in case of shortage.

"It appears there are godown-related issues in several areas. ...