INSUBCONTINENT EXCLUSIVE:
Minister of Trade Nalin Fernando says that immediate legal action will be taken against the individuals who are hoarding egg stocks.The
minister pointed out that there is no shortage of eggs in the country, but some people are trying to portray that there is a shortage of
eggs.In the last few days, the Consumer Affairs Authority (CAA) had conducted raids in search of traders who were selling eggs at rates
higher than the controlled price
In contrast, steps were taken to produce several traders who sold eggs at higher prices before courts and were also fined.However, Ada
Derana correspondents reported that eggs are not being sold within several parts of the island.Meanwhile, the President of the All Ceylon
the current market situation.Further, he emphasized that if the price of Rs
55 is given per egg, the shortage of eggs in the market can be avoided.When inquired by "Ada Derana" in this regard, Minister of Trade,
Nalin Fernando expressed that the government will not grant permission to raise the price of eggs.
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