Tripura’s Food and Civil Supplies Minister Sushanta Chowdhury on Saturday reaffirmed the state government’s commitment to ensuring a consistent and uninterrupted supply of essential commodities through the Public Distribution System (PDS).

He made these remarks during a departmental review meeting held at the Secretariat, where he chaired discussions on the functioning of the Food, Civil Supplies and Consumer Affairs Department. The Minister noted that the PDS in Tripura is operating efficiently, crediting the coordinated efforts of officials and staff.

Chowdhury emphasized that transparency must remain a priority in all departmental activities and called for continued efforts to further strengthen the system. He underlined the department’s key role in delivering essential services to the public.

Referring to the recent tensions in West Asia, he said that proactive monitoring by the Prime Minister and Chief Minister Manik Saha has ensured that supplies of LPG, petrol, and other essential goods remain stable both nationally and within the state.

The Minister also highlighted strict government measures aimed at preventing black marketing and ensuring fair distribution of commodities.

During the meeting, Additional Secretary and Director Sumit Lodh presented updates on rice stocks, LPG availability, distribution through fair price shops, verification processes at ration outlets and food storage facilities, as well as ration card data. He reiterated the department’s firm stance against black marketing.

Secretary K. Shashikumar also briefed the Minister on various departmental issues. Senior officials, including Additional Directors and staff members, were present at the meeting.