More Assistance for Modernization of PDS in kerala
The Centre will provide all possible support to Kerala for its ongoing computerization of PDS. It will provide more assistance for increasing warehouse capacity and developing bio-metric based food grain distribution system. This was conveyed by Prof. K.V. Thomas, Minister for Consumer Affairs, Food and Public Distribution to Shri Ooman Chandy, Chief Minister of Kerala, during a meeting here today.
The Chief Minister alongwith a delegation of senior officials of the State called on Prof. Thomas and had detailed discussion about foodgrain allocations to the State under various schemes. During the meeting, strengthening of Bureau of Indian Standards’ activities, increasing foodgrain storage and its timely movement were also discussed during the meeting.
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