Rice meant for govt. welfare scheme seized
Authorities in Hunsagi taluk seized 76 bags of government-subsidized rice intended for welfare beneficiaries. Three individuals have been charged under the Essential Commodities Act for illegal hoarding and attempted sale.
Why it matters
This highlights ongoing efforts to combat the diversion of public welfare resources into the black market.
Acting on a tip-off, officials of the Food and Civil Supplies Department and the Kodekal police jointly raided a house in R.K. Nagar tanda at Hunsagi taluk in the district and seized 76 bags, weighing 50 kg each, of ration rice meant for government welfare scheme beneficiaries. The value of the seized rice was estimated at ₹1,29,200.
According to police sources, the raid was conducted following reliable information regarding illegal hoarding and attempted sale of government-subsidised rice. Acting on instructions from revenue officials, a police team conducted a surprise raid on the evening of September 2, 2026, at around 9.30 p.m.
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