The government aims to sell another 2.5 million tonnes of rice in FY27 after selling an equal quantity by October, amid rising prices and concerns over lower production in southern states. To augment supplies and cool down domestic prices, the Centre has doubled its open market rice sale target to 5 million tonnes from 2.5 million tonnes for the 2026-27 financial year (FY27). According to a statement issued on Tuesday, 2.