SAMBA: The Department of Food, Civil Supplies & Consumer Affairs (FCS&CA) Samba today organised an awareness programme under the overall guidance of Deputy Commissioner Dr. Rupesh Kumar Aggarwal and the supervision of Assistant Director FCS&CA Rahul Gupta.
The programme witnessed the participation of all Tehsil Supply Officers, departmental staff, Fair Price Shop dealers, beneficiaries and other stakeholders.
Addressing the gathering, Rahul Gupta emphasised the importance of transparency, accountability and public awareness in strengthening the Public Distribution System. He highlighted the department’s commitment to ensuring timely distribution of essential commodities, safeguarding consumer rights and extending the benefits of government welfare schemes to every eligible household. He also stressed the significance of digital initiatives, Aadhaar-based authentication and effective grievance redressal mechanisms.
He urged departmental functionaries and Fair Price Shop dealers to adopt a proactive, citizen-centric approach while ensuring that no eligible beneficiary is deprived of their rightful entitlements.
The programme facilitated meaningful interaction among officials, beneficiaries and stakeholders, reinforcing the department’s commitment to consumer empowerment, transparent governance and efficient public service delivery across District Samba.
