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Bharat Rice: Government introduced ‘bharat rice‘At Rs 29 per kg, a discounted priceTo help in 15% growth in retail sector rice prices Throughout the last year. It will come in packs of 5 kg and 10 kg. Launch of ‘Bharat’ rice for retail sale aims to promote market supply To assist in the ongoing effort to keep the prices of this vital food item stable, at reasonable prices. Here are all the key details you need to know:
Food Minister Piyush Goyal on Tuesday officially launched the sale of ‘Bharat’ rice and inaugurated the mobile van, according to a PIB release. Government opted for retail sale of FCI rice after lukewarm response to selling rice at flat rate to bulk buyers open market sale scheme (OMSS).
What is India Rice?
To address rising food prices, the ministry consumer affairs, Food and Public Distribution has started retail sale of ‘Bharat Rice’ to the public. Initially, 5 LMT of rice under this brand will be sold through three agencies: NAFED, NCCF and Kendriya Bhandar.
Despite favorable crop yields and adequate stocks with FCI, domestic rice prices have continued to rise, necessitating this action despite existing regulations. rice export,
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Where can you buy Bharat Rice?
Initially, Bharat Rice will be available for procurement through central stores, NAFED and NCCF outlets including mobile vans. Union Minister Piyush Goyal launches 100 mobile vans to make ‘Bharat’ rice more accessible to consumers. Subsequently, it will also be made available through various retail chains including e-commerce Platform, in the near future.
What other items can you also buy at discounted prices?
Along with Bharat rice, the government is also offering other subsidized goods. Last November, it introduced subsidized wheat called “Bharat Atta”, which is available through cooperatives such as NAFED, NCCF and Kendriya Bhandar. The initiative utilizes 800 mobile vans and over 2,000 outlets across the country. Additionally, Bharat Dal at Rs 60 per kg and Onion at Rs 25 per kg are provided through these cooperative channels, thereby providing further relief to consumers.
Pradhan Mantri Garib Kalyan Anna Yojana (PMGKAY)
Under the Pradhan Mantri Garib Kalyan Anna Yojana (PMGKAY), a wide range of people including farmers, general consumers and more than 80 crore beneficiaries through the Targeted Public Distribution System (PDS), as well as school children and vulnerable groups are covered. Hostel, get support.
Wheat and rice procured through PMGKAY is delivered free of cost to about 80.7 crore PDS beneficiaries through a network of about 5.38 lakh fair price shops across India. PMGKAY has been extended for another 5 years till 31.12.2028, ensuring continuity of one of the largest food and nutrition security programs in the world.
Additionally, approximately 7.37 LMT (Lakh Metric Tonnes) of coarse grains/millets was procured at Minimum Support Price (MSP) in FY 22-23 and distributed through TPDS/other welfare schemes. Procurement of about 6.34 LMT of coarse grains/millets is still going on in the current year.
Food Minister Piyush Goyal on Tuesday officially launched the sale of ‘Bharat’ rice and inaugurated the mobile van, according to a PIB release. Government opted for retail sale of FCI rice after lukewarm response to selling rice at flat rate to bulk buyers open market sale scheme (OMSS).
What is India Rice?
To address rising food prices, the ministry consumer affairs, Food and Public Distribution has started retail sale of ‘Bharat Rice’ to the public. Initially, 5 LMT of rice under this brand will be sold through three agencies: NAFED, NCCF and Kendriya Bhandar.
Despite favorable crop yields and adequate stocks with FCI, domestic rice prices have continued to rise, necessitating this action despite existing regulations. rice export,
Read this also What is Bharat Dal? This initiative of Modi government became the best selling pulses brand; Check Details Here
Where can you buy Bharat Rice?
Initially, Bharat Rice will be available for procurement through central stores, NAFED and NCCF outlets including mobile vans. Union Minister Piyush Goyal launches 100 mobile vans to make ‘Bharat’ rice more accessible to consumers. Subsequently, it will also be made available through various retail chains including e-commerce Platform, in the near future.
What other items can you also buy at discounted prices?
Along with Bharat rice, the government is also offering other subsidized goods. Last November, it introduced subsidized wheat called “Bharat Atta”, which is available through cooperatives such as NAFED, NCCF and Kendriya Bhandar. The initiative utilizes 800 mobile vans and over 2,000 outlets across the country. Additionally, Bharat Dal at Rs 60 per kg and Onion at Rs 25 per kg are provided through these cooperative channels, thereby providing further relief to consumers.
Pradhan Mantri Garib Kalyan Anna Yojana (PMGKAY)
Under the Pradhan Mantri Garib Kalyan Anna Yojana (PMGKAY), a wide range of people including farmers, general consumers and more than 80 crore beneficiaries through the Targeted Public Distribution System (PDS), as well as school children and vulnerable groups are covered. Hostel, get support.
Wheat and rice procured through PMGKAY is delivered free of cost to about 80.7 crore PDS beneficiaries through a network of about 5.38 lakh fair price shops across India. PMGKAY has been extended for another 5 years till 31.12.2028, ensuring continuity of one of the largest food and nutrition security programs in the world.
Additionally, approximately 7.37 LMT (Lakh Metric Tonnes) of coarse grains/millets was procured at Minimum Support Price (MSP) in FY 22-23 and distributed through TPDS/other welfare schemes. Procurement of about 6.34 LMT of coarse grains/millets is still going on in the current year.
