Shimla, April 27 -- The Himachal Pradesh Tourism Development Corporation (HPTDC) would now procure food items and other essential supplies directly from the Himachal Pradesh State Civil Supplies Corporation.

HPTDC chairman RS Bali said that a memorandum of understanding (MoU) to this effect was signed between HPTDC and Food Supplies Corporation on Saturday.

Bali while interacting with media said that under this agreement, HPTDC would procure goods worth Rs.20 to 25 crore annually through the Food and Supplies Corporation.

"At present HPTDC makes annual market purchases worth around Rs.30 to 40 crore. As per the new arrangement, the Food and Supplies Corporation would supply A-grade material to HPTDC hotels, including ration, groceries ...