Fair-price shops from September 15, targeting festivals
Summary
The government will operate fair-price shops from September 15 during the festival season to provide essential items at subsidized rates across several districts.
Key Points
- The government will start fair-price shops from September 15 to support consumers during upcoming festivals.
- The Ministry of Industry, Commerce and Supplies has directed Food Management and Trading Company Limited and Salt Trading Corporation to operate these shops.
- FMTCL will offer a discount of Rs 5 per kilogram on rice, lentils, wheat, sugar and other goods in 46 districts.
- STC will operate discount shops at 15 locations in Kathmandu Valley and other districts, providing a Rs 2 discount on salt and Rs 5 on other items.
