- The Kerala government’s plan to launch ‘Sabari K-Rice’ is interpreted as a response to the Union government’s distribution of ‘Bharat Rice.’
Sabari K-Rice
- Sabari K-Rice intends to deliver high-quality rice at accessible prices, offering an alternative to the current subsidised rice plan.
- Distribution: K-Rice will be accessible through Supplyco stores, in addition to the present subsidised rice supply of 10 kilogrammes per card.
- Quality and Pricing: In contrast to Bharat Rice, which is offered at varying prices by NAFED and NCCF, K-Rice offers high-quality varieties at subsidised costs.
- Price Discrepancy: While Bharat Rice sells for ₹29 per kg, K-Rice attempts to give inexpensive rates, with the state government incurring additional expenditures for distribution.
Source: https://www.deccanherald.com/india/kerala/rice-politics-in-kerala-state-counters-centres-bharat-rice-with-k-rice-2924685#:~:text=Sales%20of%20'Sabari%20K%2DRice,'Sabari%20K%2DRice'.