AGARTALA: Tripura Food, Public Distribution and Civil Supplies Minister Sushanta Chowdhury chaired a meeting at the State Secretariat on August 24 to review the supply, availability and prices of essential commodities across the state.
The meeting was attended by the Principal Secretary and Director of the Food Department, senior officials and representatives of the Tripura Wholesale Grocery Merchant Association.
Officials reviewed the supply position and market prices of rice, edible oil, pulses, sugar, potatoes and onions.
Chowdhury stressed the need for coordination among the government, officials and traders to ensure adequate supplies and prevent unnecessary price fluctuations.
The minister said the government remained committed to protecting consumers by ensuring a steady supply of essential goods at fair and affordable prices.
The meeting also reviewed measures to maintain market stability and ensure the availability of essential commodities across Tripura.
