The Ministry of Consumer Affairs, Food and Public Distribution (MoCAF&PD) on December 11, 2024, amended an older notification No. S.O.2428 (E) dated June 24, 2024, related to Wheat Stock Limits under the Essential Commodities Act.
The following has been stated: -
•The Central Government has amended the stock limits for wheat under the Essential Commodities Act, effective until March 31, 2025. The new limits are 1000 MT for traders/wholesalers, 5 MT for retailers, and 5 MT per outlet for big chain retailers with a total limit across all outlets and depots.
•Processors are allowed 50% of their Monthly Installed Capacity. Legal entities must declare their stock positions on the designated portal and comply with stock limits within 15 days.
[Notification No. S.O. 5343(E)]
