The Union government has allocated 14,520 metric tonnes of additional foodgrain to Uttarakhand for the proposed Ardh Kumbh Mela-2027 in Haridwar. The decision is intended to support food availability and distribution arrangements during the religious gathering.
The additional allocation comprises 7,260 metric tonnes of wheat and 7,260 metric tonnes of rice. The Food and Public Distribution Department made the allocation for the proposed event, according to information released by the Uttarakhand Chief Minister’s Office.
Allocation follows Uttarakhand request
The Uttarakhand government had requested additional foodgrain from the Centre to ensure adequate availability and a smooth supply system during the Ardh Kumbh Mela. Union Minister Prahlad Joshi informed Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami about the decision through a letter.
The announcement does not provide details about the distribution schedule, storage arrangements or the agencies that will manage supplies during the fair. It confirms the quantity and composition of the additional allocation for Uttarakhand.
Chief Minister thanks Centre
Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami thanked Prime Minister Narendra Modi and the Union government for approving the additional foodgrain allocation. The Chief Minister’s Office said the move would help maintain food supply and distribution during the mela.
The allocation is linked specifically to arrangements for the proposed Ardh Kumbh Mela-2027 in Haridwar. Further operational details were not included in the announcement.
Conclusion
The Centre has allocated 14,520 metric tonnes of additional foodgrain to Uttarakhand for the proposed Haridwar Ardh Kumbh Mela-2027, split equally between wheat and rice. The allocation follows a request from the state government to support food supply arrangements during the event.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q. How much additional foodgrain has Uttarakhand received?
Uttarakhand has been allocated 14,520 metric tonnes of additional foodgrain.
Q. What does the allocation include?
It includes 7,260 metric tonnes of wheat and 7,260 metric tonnes of rice.
Q. Why was the additional allocation requested?
The Uttarakhand government requested it to ensure adequate food availability and smooth supply arrangements during the proposed Ardh Kumbh Mela-2027.
Q. Where will the foodgrain be used?
The allocation is for arrangements connected with the proposed Ardh Kumbh Mela-2027 in Haridwar.
Q. Who informed the Chief Minister about the allocation?
Union Minister Prahlad Joshi informed Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami through a letter.
Q. How did the Chief Minister respond?
Pushkar Singh Dhami thanked Prime Minister Narendra Modi and the Union government for the allocation.
