24,000 MT PDS rice stocks seized in Kakinada: Manohar
Guntur: Civil Supplies Minister Dr. Nadendla Manohar announced the seizure of 24,000 metric tonnes of diverted Public Distribution System (PDS) rice in Kakinada, uncovered during his visit. The rice, diverted from six to seven districts, was allegedly linked to a scam involving exports through Kakinada port. An inquiry is underway, and strict action will follow. The government aims to ensure quality rice for white card holders and owes Rs 650 crore to farmers for paddy sales.
Guntur: Minister for civil supplies and consumers affairs Dr Nadendla Manohar said during the visit to Kakinada he unearthed 24,000 metric tonne PDS rice diversion and seized it and booked cases. He said PDS rice stocks were diverted from six to seven districts to Kakinada. “The government is conducting an inquiry into it and after its completion, stern action will be taken against those involved in the scam,” he said while responding to questions from members in Legislative Council on Tuesday. Tirumala: Pallavotsavam held He said there are allegations that PDS rice was exported through Kakinada port by some YSRCP leaders. Replying to a question by MLCs Varudu Kalyani, S Mangamma, Pothula Suneetha, Panchumarthi Anuradha, he said the aim of the government is to supply quality rice to the white card holders. He further said that the government has to pay Rs 650 crore to farmers who sold paddy to Civil Supplies Corporation.
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