Keralam ration dealers seek GPS tracking of lorries to prevent foodgrain diversion from NFSA godowns

Kozhikode Ration dealers in Keralam have demanded the installation of GPS tracking devices in lorries transporting foodgrains from National Food Security Act (NFSA) godowns to ration shops to prevent the diversion of essential commodities into the black market and ensure transparency in the public distribution system. The demand comes against the backdrop of the State Government’s decision to install CCTV cameras in ration shops and integrate electronic Point of Sale (e-PoS) machines with weighing scales to ensure accuracy in the distribution of ration commodities.

While welcoming the move, dealers have pointed out that monitoring should extend to every stage of the supply chain, particularly the transportation and storage of foodgrains. They have called for GPS-enabled tracking of all lorries carrying ration commodities from godowns to retail outlets.

The system would enable authorities to monitor vehicle movements, verify delivery routes and identify possible diversion of foodgrains before they reach the designated ration shops.