Puducherry CM writes to Petroleum Ministry over diesel supply to outlets run by fishermen federation
Puducherry Chief Minister N. Rangasamy has requested the Union Petroleum Ministry to restore a special diesel pricing arrangement for the local fishermen's federation. The current price gap between bulk and retail rates is significantly increasing operational costs for fishing vessels.
Why it matters
This highlights the economic vulnerability of small-scale fishing cooperatives facing rising fuel costs and the role of government subsidies.
Puducherry Chief Minister N. Rangasamy has requested the Union Petroleum Ministry to continue the supply of diesel to outlets owned by the Pondicherry State Fishermen Cooperative Federation at rates equivalent to the prevailing retail outlet prices.
The article focuses on the administrative request and the economic rationale provided by the Chief Minister.
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