The Center has withdrawn the wheat stock limit order citing better availability and comfortable domestic supply situation. Private wheat stocks have increased to about 81 lakh MT, up by about 30 LMT year-on-year, while wholesale prices have declined.
The central government has withdrawn the wheat stock limit order issued in May 2025, citing better availability of the grain and comfortable domestic supply situation ahead of the upcoming festival season.
This decision has been taken after continuous monitoring of wheat prices and stock levels to ensure smooth availability of wheat across the country. related to withdrawal Removal of Licensing Requirements, Stock Limits and Movement Restrictions on Specified Food Items (Amendment) Order, 2025, Which was issued on May 27, 2025 and was implemented on all states and union territories.
While the stock limit has been lifted, the government has made it mandatory for all wheat-stocking entities to declare their stock position every Friday on the Department of Food and Public Distribution (DFPD) portal. Officials said the measure will help maintain transparency and closely monitor market conditions.
According to stock declarations filed by private entities for the 2025-26 marketing year, wheat availability in the private sector is significantly higher than last year. Total reported stocks currently stand at approx. 81 lakh metric tons (LMT)About 30 LMT more on YoY basisWhich indicates strong supply situation in the domestic market.
Price data from the Department of Consumer Affairs also shows a declining trend in wheat prices, especially in the bulk segment. Wholesale prices have declined Last year Rs 2,970.10 per quintal About this Currently Rs 2,852.30 per quintalReflects a situation of low demand and surplus supply.
Apart from higher stocks, area under wheat during the current Rabi season has increased above normal expectations. it’s time to sow 334.17 lakh hectaresfrom to Last year 328.04 lakh hectaresWhich indicates the continued preference of farmers for wheat cultivation. Officials attribute the trend to assured minimum support price (MSP) procurement and favorable market signals, which have raised hopes of another strong crop.
The government said adequate wheat stocks are available to meet the requirements of the Public Distribution System (PDS), other welfare schemes and any possible market interventions if necessary. The Department of Food and Public Distribution will continue to closely monitor wheat prices and stock position to ensure stable availability and prevent any artificial shortage or price volatility.
The move to withdraw stock limits is expected to strengthen confidence in the country’s food security situation ahead of the festive demand season as well as ease market operations for traders and millers.
