STC, FMTCL to open fair-price shops targeting festivals from September 15
Summary
The government will operate subsidised fair-price shops from September 15 across various districts to provide essential food items at discounted rates during upcoming festivals.
Key Points
- The government will open fair-price shops from September 15 to assist consumers during festivals.
- Food Management and Trading Company Limited (FMTCL) and Salt Trading Corporation (STC) will manage these subsidised shops.
- FMTCL will offer a Rs 5 per kg discount on rice, lentils, wheat, sugar, and other goods in 46 districts.
- STC will run shops in 15 Kathmandu Valley locations and other districts with specific discounts on salt, sugar, oil, and other staples.
