Delhi govt orders sealing of ration shop during inspection

Delhi Food and Civil Supplies Minister Imran Hussain today ordered sealing of a ration shop in northeast Delhi's Seemapuri area after it was found closed during inspection.
The minister has also ordered a probe in connection with the absence of food and supply officers (FSO) and food inspectors at their circle offices in Rohtash Nagar, Seelampur and Babarpur area, the government said in a statement.
"Out of five fair price shops (FPS) (ration shops), one was found closed during the minister's inspection.
"Thereafter, he directed for sealing the FPS and for taking strict action against the owner including suspension of license," they said.

An official said that ration shops were required to remain open from 9 am to 1 pm and 3 pm daily with a weekly off, in accordance with the existing orders of the government.
"Also, a number of ration cards were found returned undelivered in circle offices. The minister has directed the food commissioner for conducting an urgent inquiry into the matter. Several other irregularities were also noticed during the inspection," the statement stated.