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Punjab CM Man orders on‑spot verification of sugar stocks near mills
✍️ Amar Ujala · Punjab
🗓 25 Aug 2026, 10:19 PM
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Chief Minister Bhagwat Mann directed officials to verify sugar inventories at mill sites and ensure weekly reporting on the Food Stock Monitoring Portal.
Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwat Mann convened a meeting with senior officials to address concerns about the state's sugar supply. He instructed that the quantity of sugar stored near each sugar mill be verified on the spot, eliminating any mismatch between reported and actual inventories. The CM also mandated that all sugar depots be registered on the Food Stock Monitoring Portal and submit weekly updates, enabling real‑time tracking of availability. This initiative is aimed at preventing any shortage for consumers and ensuring smooth distribution across Punjab's markets.