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Union Food Department Officials Inspect PDS and Procurement Centers in Aspirational District Rajnandgaon

A central inspection team from the Ministry of Food and Public Distribution visited Rajnandgaon district to assess the implementation of PDS, fortified rice distribution, and paddy procurement operations. The team expressed satisfaction with the transparency and effectiveness of public welfare schemes in the aspirational district.

Centre approves additional 2.8 million tonnes of FCI rice for ethanol production

The Centre has approved an additional 2.8 million tonnes of FCI rice for ethanol production under the Ethanol Blended Petrol (EBP) programme, raising the total allocation to 5.2 million tonnes for 2024-25. While aimed at reducing fuel imports and emissions, the move has sparked criticism over food security risks and the diversion of staple grains for industrial use.