Heavy-duty weighbridge inaugurated at APMC - The HinduPublished - October 05, 2026 07:50 pm IST - BelagaviChannaraj Hattiholi, MLC, with farmers in front of the heavy-duty weighbridge in the APMC market in Hirebagewadi in Belagavi on Monday. | Photo Credit: SPECIAL ARRANGEMENTChannaraj Hattiholi, MLC, inaugurated a heavy-duty electronic weighbridge in the APMC sub-market in Hirebagewadi village in Belagavi district on Monday.He said the 80-tonne capacity weighbridge was among the largest in the Belagavi Rural constituency and would help farmers accurately weigh their produce and receive remunerative prices.“Accurate weighing and smooth market transactions are crucial for farmers bringing their produce to the market. The installation of the new weighbridge at the APMC will help innumerable agriculture and horticulture farmers in surrounding areas,” he said. “It will also save time for farmers taking their produce to wholesale traders,” he added.He said efforts were under way to develop all the necessary infrastructure for the farmers in a phased manner. The heavy-duty facility would ensure accurate weighing of large vehicles, including tractors and lorries, at a single location. It would help prevent confusion regarding weight during market transactions, he said.Published - October 05, 2026 07:50 pm ISTSign in to unlock member-only benefits!Access 10 free stories every monthSave stories to read laterAccess to comment on every storySign-up/manage your newsletter subscriptions with a single clickGet notified by email for early access to discounts & offers on our products${ ind + 1 } ${ device }Last active - ${ la }