India Assures Steady Food Supply Amid Rising Tensions

As tensions escalate between India and Pakistan, Union Food and Consumer Affairs Minister Pralhad Joshi issued a stern warning to traders and retailers on Friday not to hoard essential food items. He assured that the government holds more than enough stock to meet the nation's requirements.

Joshi addressed the public through a social media post, urging them not to believe in circulating propaganda regarding food stocks. He emphasized that India's food reserves exceed necessary norms and warned that individuals stockpiling essential commodities would face legal action under the Essential Commodities Act.

Tensions have risen following India's deep strikes inside Pakistan as a response to a recent terrorist attack. Joshi reiterated that rumors causing panic buying of food items are unfounded and urged citizens not to rush to markets, emphasizing that there is no shortage across the country.

(With inputs from agencies.)