FCS&CA Leh issues order in view of revised vegetable rates

Leh, Sept. 06, 2023: To ensure fair pricing and accessibility of essential food items, Assistant Director, Food, Civil Supplies & Consumer Affairs (FCS&CA) Leh issued an order on September 2 specifying new rate lists for tomatoes, cauliflower, onions, and pears.

To enforce this order, a dedicated team led by  Tehsildar Diskit,Tashi Jorgais conducted inspections in the markets of Diskit, Hunder, and Partapur.

As per the revised rate list, vegetable sellers in the region are now expected to sell their produce at the following rates: Tomatoes at Rs 70 per kg, Cauliflower at Rs 60 per kg, Onions at Rs 45 per kg and Pears at Rs 150 per kg.

This initiative by the FCS&CA Leh aims to stabilize prices and ensure that these essential items remain affordable for local consumers.

(NOTE: PRESS RELEASE PUBLISHED AS RECEIVED)