Activist's complaint leads to suspension of Food Supplies Inspector

Food, Civil Supplies, and Consumer Affairs Minister Rajesh Nagar has directed the suspension of an inspector from the department due to alleged poor storage conditions, tampered wheat sacks and potential misappropriation of public food stock. The minister has also ordered a comprehensive investigation and instructed the District Food and Supplies Controller (DFSC) to conduct a video-documented inspection of every sack.

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The inspector, Ashok Sharma, was responsible for the Kunjpura godown, where the wheat stock was stored. This action followed the minister's surprise visit to the godown on Friday evening, during which several irregularities were discovered.

“We have received complaint of this ground, after which I came here to check the stock. Action would be taken if any wrongdoing is found,” said the minister.

Following the inspection, Minister Rajesh Nagar ordered the suspension of inspector Ashok Sharma. The inspection is ongoing, and a complete report will be submitted to the minister by a six-member committee within a few days, said Anil Kumar, DFSC.

He confirmed that wheat dispatches were still being conducted from this godown. The minister initiated the inspection after receiving complaints about underweight bags being stored there. “Every single sack will now be inspected and videographed,” the DFSC added.

The Kunjpura godown has previously faced scrutiny for similar irregularities. The latest complaint was filed by local activist Vikas Sharma, who alerted the Chief Minister’s office, leading to a recent inspection by the CM's flying team.

Complainant Vikas alleged that thousands of wheat sacks were poorly stitched and underweight, estimating that at least 4,400 sacks could be missing or tampered with.