Odisha CM writes to PM on goods across states through inter-state borders in view of lockdown
Published By : Lelin Mallick | March 25, 2020 6:47 PM
Share
Bhubaneswar, March 25: Odisha CM Naveen Patnaik today wrote a letter to the PM Narendra Modi on movement of goods across states through inter-state borders. Patnaik mentioned that movement of goods may be permitted seamlessly across the country without any differentiation as there are long queues of couple of kms in the inter-state borders “I would like to draw your attention to one issue of nationwide ramification, i.e. movement of goods across States through inter-state borders. As of now it has been announced that all transport services except transportation of essential goods will remain suspended. I am of the view that differentiation of goods as essential and non-essential will lead to discretion, corruption and dislocation at check gate level. It may lead to chaos and affect the movement of essential goods as well. In fact I understand there are long queues extending to couple of kilometres in the inter-state borders,” read the letter. The CM further wrote that a it is difficult to prepare a comprehensive list of essential and non-essential goods and get it enforced practically at the field level. “Hence, I suggest that movement of goods may be permitted seamlessly across the country without any differentiation, in order to avoid clogging at the check gates that may adversely impact supply of essential goods. I would request you to take a decision in this matter on an urgent basis. The biggest challenge for the country will be to ensure availability of goods across the country especially in view of the lockdown,” said the CM in t he letter.
Prameya English Is Now On WhatsApp Join And Get Latest News Updates Delivered To You Via WhatsApp
You Might Also Like
More From Related News
Odisha won 7 medals in National Wushu meet
OCA announces launching of Odisha Pro T20 League
India Break Edgbaston Jinx with Crushing 336-Run Victory Over England
'Operation Sindoor' Tribute Marks Grand Welcome for PM Modi in Brazil
Kenstar Organises CSR Initiative with Child Safety Measures at Puri’s Jagannath Dham
India Need Just Seven Wickets on Final Day After Quicks Shatter England's Top Order
From Organizer to Champion: Neeraj Chopra Triumphs at His Namesake Javelin Event in Bengaluru
Bahuda Yatra 2025: Pulling of three majestic chariots begins ahead of schedule
A Bombshell Claim: Has US Control Over Pakistan's Nukes Forced India to 'Back Off'?
Stay Cool, Save Power: Government Urges Large Establishments to Adopt 23-25°C AC Range
Odisha youth among three Indians abducted by Al-Qaeda linked terror outfit in Mali
PM Modi Arrives in Argentina for First Bilateral Visit by an Indian Prime Minister in 57 Years
Salman Khan's 'Battle of Galwan' to Tell the Story of a Battle Fought Without Bullets
Rs 10 lakh ex-gratia for kin of Odia labourers killed in Telangana factory blast
A Pet Owner's Dilemma: Balancing the Emotional Bond of Co-Sleeping with Potential Health Risks
Amarnath Yatra 2025: Third batch of 6,411 pilgrims leaves for Kashmir
Sitharaman, Purandeswari, Srinivasan: The Top Contenders in Race for BJP's First Female Chief
Air India Crash: UK Families Retain Law Firm for Legal Battle Against Airline and Boeing
Beyond Diplomacy: PM Modi's Visit to Trinidad and Tobago Highlights Strong Cultural Linkages
Gill's 269 Sets the Stage, Bowlers Strike Thrice to Leave England Reeling in Second Test