Government Assures Smooth Supply of Daily Necessities Amidst Adverse Weather and Festivals
Summary
The government says daily necessities will remain in smooth supply despite adverse weather and upcoming festivals, with enough food stock secured in national reserves. It has also warned against hoarding, black marketing, and artificial price hikes, while preparing alternative transport routes if highways are disrupted by floods or landslides.
Key Points
- The Ministry of Industry, Commerce and Supply says enough food grains are available in the National Food Security Stockpile and SAARC Food Security Reserve.
- Heavy rainfall with thunderstorms and lightning is forecast in several parts of the country from October 8 to October 11.
- The government says it is coordinating with government and private sector bodies to keep supply chains running, including alternative routes if highways are blocked.
- Strict action will be taken against cartelization, syndication, black marketing, artificial shortages, price hikes, and hoarding.
