STC, FMTCL to open fair-price shops targeting festivals from Sept 15

Summary

The government will open fair-price shops from September 15 through FMTCL and STC to offer essential food items at subsidized rates during the upcoming festival period.

Key Points
  • The government will operate fair-price shops starting September 15 to aid consumers during upcoming festivals.
  • Food Management and Trading Company Limited (FMTCL) and Salt Trading Corporation (STC) will manage the subsidised price shops.
  • FMTCL will offer a Rs 5 per kilogram discount on rice, lentils, wheat, sugar, and other goods across 46 districts.
  • STC will provide discounts on salt, sugar, oil, beaten rice, pulses, flour, and maize in 15 locations in Kathmandu Valley and other districts.
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