Kapas Kisan App Launched to Empower Cotton Farmers and Digitize MSP Procurement.
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On September 2, 2025, Union Minister of Textiles, Shri Giriraj Singh, launched the 'Kapas Kisan' mobile application developed by the Cotton Corporation of India (CCI) under the Ministry of Textiles. This digital platform aims to streamline the procurement of cotton from farmers under the Minimum Support Price (MSP) scheme, enhancing transparency and efficiency.
- The 'Kapas Kisan' app was officially launched by Union Minister Giriraj Singh at Udyog Bhawan, New Delhi. This initiative is part of the government's commitment to modernizing agricultural practices and ensuring fair pricing for cotton farmers. The app is developed by the Cotton Corporation of India (CCI), a public sector enterprise under the Ministry of Textiles, Government of India.
- The app offers several key features to facilitate the cotton procurement process. Farmers can securely register themselves for selling cotton under MSP, book time slots at designated procurement centers to reduce waiting times, and track payment status in real-time. The platform also provides updates on quality assessments and accepted quantities, ensuring transparency and efficiency in the procurement process.
Main Point :- (i) By digitizing the procurement process, the 'Kapas Kisan' app aims to protect farmers from distress sales and ensure timely payments. It reduces manual paperwork, saves time at procurement centers, and enhances planning by allowing farmers to choose convenient time slots. The user-friendly interface supports multiple Indian languages, making it accessible to a wide range of farmers across the country.
(ii) While the app offers numerous benefits, there are challenges to its implementation. Some farmers, particularly in rural areas, may face difficulties due to limited digital literacy and internet connectivity.
(iii) Additionally, the introduction of the app coincides with a period of declining cotton prices, raising concerns among farmers about the adequacy of MSP and the effectiveness of the new digital system in addressing their needs.
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