Nepal, Sept. 2 -- The government is to operate fair-price shops from September 15 for the convenience of consumers in view of the upcoming festivals.

According to the decision of the Ministry of Industry, Commerce and Supplies on August 24, the Food Management and Trading Company Limited (FMTCL) and the Salt Trading Corporation (STC) will operate the subsidised price shops.

The MoICS stated that shops will be set up during the festival period to provide essential food and consumable items at concessional rates, keeping in mind the interests of the general consumer.

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