Large quantities of old coarse rice remain stored in ration shops and stock points across the erstwhile Karimnagar district despite the launch of a fine rice distribution scheme. Dealers are facing storage problems and seeking immediate government intervention to clear the stock
A ration dealer told Telangana Today that despite having the entire month to collect rice, many beneficiaries are rushing to the shops fearing a potential shortage.
Rice distribution has been delayed in several fair price shops across Karimnagar and nearby districts due to a shortage of transport vehicles, as lorries were diverted for paddy procurement following unseasonal rains. Beneficiaries have been forced to return empty-handed.
Civil Supplies Minister N Manohar alleged that the previous (YSRCP) government misused nearly Rs 17,000 crore of public funds under the name of home ration delivery.
Karimnagar: BC Welfare and Civil Supplies Minister Gangula Kamalakar informed to provide modern e-PoS machines to all ration shops in the State. Commission of ration shop dealers was already released up to December and January month’s commission would be provided very soon, he informed and warned dealers not to divert rice. The Minister on Saturday […]
States have been requested to ensure that FPSs are exempted from the restricted hours of opening of regular markets as foodgrains are covered under essential items
He said the decision was taken on humanitarian grounds to benefit 1.45 lakh teachers and other staff working in recognised educational institutions across the State
