Source: The Sangai Express
Imphal, July 16:
The Tangkhul Mayar Ngala Long impounded 15 quintals of super fine rice from the godowns of Parash Makhan Store and Jain Provision Store and distributed the same to the people at the rate of Rs 12 per kg today.
In a statement, TMNL said that acting on the complaints of the public over the shortage of rice in the district headquarters, they approached the two stores but were told that they had run out of stock.
During a surprise check conducted at the godowns, TMNL came across the 15 quintals of rice, it added.
All shops in and around the district headquarters have been warned not to hoard essential items and not to manipulate their sale for their personal gain.
Failure to comply will invite drastic action, it added.
Meanwhile, TMNL also said that Lainingthou Travels and Airline passenger buses can resume their services from tomorrow (July 17) following an agreement reached today.