Paddy price reaches ₹5,250 per quintal in delhi despite 1,444 tonnes of arrivals; check rates in mp and bihar too

Paddy Mandi Bhav 31 October 2026: Farmers preparing to sell their paddy crop should check the latest mandi prices across Delhi, Bihar, and Madhya Pradesh before making a decision. According to the latest mandi price data for October 31, 2026, the maximum paddy price reached ₹5,250 per quintal at Narela Mandi in Delhi. In Madhya Pradesh, the maximum price stood at ₹5,005 per quintal in Waraseoni and ₹5,000 per quintal in Vidisha.

In terms of arrivals, Narela Mandi in Delhi recorded 1,444.90 tonnes of paddy, while Vidisha Mandi in Madhya Pradesh received 1,090.88 tonnes. The Minimum Support Price (MSP) for common-grade paddy has been fixed at ₹2,441 per quintal. However, market prices varied significantly, and several mandis recorded prices below this benchmark.

Let's look at the minimum and maximum paddy prices across the listed mandis in Delhi, Bihar, and Madhya Pradesh.

Paddy Mandi Prices Today in Delhi, Bihar and Madhya Pradesh (October 31, 2026):

Arrival and Price Comparison:

Narela Records the Highest Paddy Price at ₹5,250:

1. According to the latest mandi prices for October 31, Narela Mandi in Delhi recorded the highest maximum paddy price of ₹5,250 per quintal. The minimum price at the same market was ₹3,325 per quintal.
2. In Madhya Pradesh, Waraseoni recorded a maximum price of ₹5,005 per quintal, followed by Vidisha at ₹5,000, Ganjbasoda at ₹4,840, and Ashoknagar at ₹4,655 per quintal.
3. However, the highest price was not uniform across all markets. Lakhisarai in Bihar recorded a maximum price of ₹2,200 per quintal, while Satna in Madhya Pradesh reported a price range of ₹1,915 to ₹1,920 per quintal.

Narela Leads in Arrivals, Followed by Vidisha:

1. Narela Mandi in Delhi recorded the highest arrivals among the listed markets, with 1,444.90 tonnes of paddy. Vidisha ranked second with 1,090.88 tonnes, followed by Ganjbasoda with 796.15 tonnes and Ashoknagar with 587 tonnes.
2. Jabalpur also recorded substantial arrivals of 202.55 tonnes, while Dabra received 136.92 tonnes and Ujjain 122.5 tonnes.
3. On the lower end, Sihora recorded arrivals of just 0.41 tonnes, followed by Bina at 2.61 tonnes and Najafgarh at 4.5 tonnes.
4. The minimum price was lowest in Vidisha at ₹1,050 per quintal, followed by Jabalpur at ₹1,100 and Ganjbasoda at ₹1,130. These figures highlight the considerable variation in paddy prices across markets on the same day.

How Do Paddy Prices Compare With the MSP?:

The Minimum Support Price (MSP) for common-grade paddy is ₹2,441 per quintal. Comparing this benchmark with the reported maximum mandi prices shows a substantial difference in some markets.

These comparisons are indicative because paddy varieties and quality can differ from one market to another. The common-grade MSP should not automatically be applied to every variety.

A mandi price below MSP also does not necessarily mean that the same price will be offered at a government procurement centre. Farmers should check the availability of procurement facilities, applicable eligibility conditions, and the grade of paddy accepted.

Advice for Farmers:

1. Farmers planning to sell paddy should compare the minimum and maximum prices alongside market arrivals. A high maximum price does not guarantee that every farmer will receive the same rate.
2. The price offered can depend on the variety, grain quality, moisture content, local demand, and bidding conditions. Farmers should therefore assess the quality of their produce and check the rates at nearby mandis before choosing where to sell.
3. Those with common-grade paddy should also check the availability and requirements of government procurement centres operating under the MSP system. If another mandi offers a higher price, transportation costs, distance, and travel time should be considered before making a final decision.
4. What is the paddy price in your district today? Share your district and mandi name in the comments. Stay connected with Krishi Dunia for the latest mandi prices and other agriculture-related updates.

FAQs:

1. What is the highest Paddy Mandi Bhav today, 31 October 2026?

Narela Mandi in Delhi recorded the highest maximum paddy price at ₹5,250 per quintal.

2. What is the paddy price in Madhya Pradesh today?

Waraseoni recorded ₹2,055 to ₹5,005, Vidisha ₹1,050 to ₹5,000 and Ganjbasoda ₹1,130 to ₹4,840 per quintal.

3. What is the paddy MSP for 2026–27?

The MSP for common-grade paddy is ₹2,441 per quintal for the 2026–27 marketing season.

4. Which mandi recorded the highest paddy arrivals?

Narela Mandi in Delhi recorded the highest arrivals at 1,444.90 tonnes.

5. Why do paddy prices differ between mandis?

Paddy prices vary due to crop variety, grain quality, moisture content, local demand, arrivals and market bidding conditions.