Former staff of T.N. Civil Supplies Corporation complain to CM Vijay over ‘low’ off-take of wheat under PDS
Former employees of the Tamil Nadu Civil Supplies Corporation have urged the Chief Minister to increase wheat distribution under the public distribution system. They argue that shifting from rice to wheat would reduce black market diversion and lower costs for the government.
Why it matters
Optimizing food distribution systems is critical for government fiscal health and ensuring food security for vulnerable populations with specific dietary needs.
The All India Employees Provident Fund Pensioners Association, comprising former employees of the Tamil Nadu Civil Supplies Corporation (TNCSC), has complained to Chief Minister C. Joseph Vijay that wheat off-take under the public distribution system (PDS) is “low” due to the involvement of vested interests.
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