Chief Minister Mohan Yadav has emphasized incorporating millets like jowar, bajra, and ragi, which are produced in the state, into the ration supplies. He proposed procuring these grains from local farmers and involving self-help groups in the process. Additionally, a survey will be conducted to confirm the eligibility of individuals with slips issued under the Pradhan Mantri Garib Kalyan Anna Yojana. These directives were given during a review meeting of the Department of Food, Civil Supplies & Consumer Protection.
CM Yadav suggested implementing a uniform for the weights and measures department staff. He also recommended presenting proposals based on systems established in other states like Maharashtra, Kerala, Andhra Pradesh, and Telangana. He highlighted the need for forming a state-level Gas Corporation to facilitate activities related to the provision of cooking gas via pipelines.
The Chief Minister pointed out the potential use of gas in industrial areas and advised creating plans to ensure its supply. He urged studying the systems enforced in other states for reference. Furthermore, he proposed developing policies to promote pulse production, conserving groundwater resources, and minimizing electricity consumption by discouraging off-season rice and moong production. To raise awareness among farmers, he suggested organizing conferences and discussions with agricultural experts.
The meeting also covered topics such as the Food Security Act, distribution of fortified rice, sugar, and salt, providing subsidized grains to Scheduled Caste and Tribe students, One Nation One Ration Card, Pradhan Mantri Ration Aapke Gram Yojana, Mukhyamantri Yuva Annadoot Yojana, Pradhan Mantri Ujjwala Yojana, offering gas refills to women at Rs 450, the Pradhan Mantri Janaman Mission, wheat procurement status, and ongoing activities to strengthen the targeted public distribution system.
