Question : REMOVAL OF SUGAR FROM PDS



(a) whether the Government are considering the removal of sugar from Public Distribution System;

(b) if so, whether the Government are contemplating to make alternative arrangements for people living below poverty line;

(c) if so, the details thereof; and

(d) if not, the reasons therefor?

Answer given by the minister

MINISTER OF STATE IN THE MINISTRY OF CONSUMER AFFAIRS AND PUBLIC DISTRIBUTION

(SHRI V. SREENIVASA PRASAD)

(a) No, Sir.

(b), (c) & (d) : Does not arise.