Essential Commodities Well Stocked In Silchar, Authorities Maintain Vigil On Few Items

The supply and price situation of essential commodities in Silchar remains largely stable, according to a report released by the Food, Public Distribution, and Consumers Affairs Branch under the Office of the Deputy Commissioner, Cachar, on Friday.

The report, based on data from the Food Grains Merchant Association, highlights that key items such as rice, lentils, oil, salt, and vegetables are in steady supply, with prices remaining within a manageable range.

Rice in various grades—common, fine, and super fine—is readily available, with prices ranging from Rs 36 to Rs 141 per kg. Notably, 194,703 bags of fine rice are currently in stock, which is expected to last for up to 49 days. Among pulses, medium-grade Mosoor Dal is retailing between Rs 92 and Rs 97 per kg, supported by 13,656 bags in inventory. Arhar Dal is also available, with a stock sufficient for 35 days, priced between Rs 115 and Rs 130 per kg.

However, some essential items show comparatively lower stock durations. Suji stocks are expected to last only two days, while atta has a six-day buffer. Sugar stocks, currently priced between Rs 51 and Rs 52 per kg, are sufficient for 10 days.

Vegetable prices remain dynamic, with S.S. onions retailing at Rs 24 to Rs 25 per kg, supported by 1,499 bags. White onions, with just four days of stock, are priced higher at around Rs 35 per kg. Potatoes from Bengal, Uttar Pradesh, and Jalandhar are retailing between Rs 18 and Rs 29 per kg.

Mustard oil, a kitchen staple, reflects a mixed picture. Regular mustard oil is retailing at Rs 135 to Rs 142 per litre, while the premium Kachi Ghani variant, with only a one-day stock of 1,296 tins, is priced higher at Rs 154 to Rs 158 per litre.

Refined oils are generally well-stocked, with Soya refined oil ensuring a 12-day supply and other variants available for up to 84 days. Prices hover between Rs 130 and Rs 160 per litre. Vanaspati oil is available for eight days, retailing between Rs 135 and Rs 159 per litre.

Salt appears to be in abundant supply, with 50,851 bags available—enough to last nearly 139 days. Retail prices for salt range between Rs 10 and Rs 30 per kg.

The district administration has assured that it is actively monitoring the availability and pricing of these commodities, particularly those with limited stocks, to prevent any disruption in supply and to maintain price stability for consumers in Silchar.

[via Janasanyog]