*India’s Central Wheat Stock Rises Sharply, Led by Madhya Pradesh* •According to the latest data from the Food Corporation of India (FCI), wheat stocks in the central pool reached 369.28 lakh metric tonnes (LMT) as of June 1, 2025—up 23% from last year. This is the highest level seen in the past four years, driven by strong procurement, especially from Madhya Pradesh, followed by Punjab and Haryana. The significant stock buildup is expected to boost supply confidence and support price stability in the domestic wheat market.