STC, FMTCL to open fair-price shops targeting festivals from September 15
Summary
The government will operate subsidized fair-price shops from September 15 through FMTCL and STC to provide essential food and household items at discounted rates ahead of the festival season.
Key Points
- The government will start fair-price shops from September 15 to support consumers before the festival season.
- Food Management and Trading Company Limited (FMTCL) and Salt Trading Corporation (STC) will run these subsidised outlets.
- FMTCL will offer a Rs 5 discount per kilogram on staples like rice, lentils, wheat, and sugar across 46 districts.
- STC will operate discount stores in 15 locations within Kathmandu Valley and other districts with discounts on salt, sugar, cooking oil, and other essentials.
