Removal of (Licensing requirements, Stock Limits and Movement Restrictions) on Specified Foodstuffs Amendment Order, 2016
The Tamil Nadu Government Gazette dated August 3, 2016 republishes, through the Co-operation, Food and Consumer Protection Department under G.O. Ms. No. 66, Co-operation, Food and Consumer Protection (D1), 14th July 2016, a Government of India order called the Removal of (Licensing requirements, Stock Limits and Movement Restrictions) on Specified Foodstuffs Amendment Order, 2016. The republished Central Government notifications temporarily keep the 2002 relaxation in abeyance for sugar, impose stock holding limits and a maximum holding period for sugar dealers, and make these provisions applicable to Tamil Nadu from the 22nd day of May, 2016.
What this gazette notification is
The Tamil Nadu Government Gazette dated August 3, 2016 republishes two Government of India notifications through the Co-operation, Food and Consumer Protection Department. One is under G.O. Ms. No. 66, Co-operation, Food and Consumer Protection (D1), 14th July 2016, and carries the title Removal of (Licensing requirements, Stock Limits and Movement Restrictions) on Specified Foodstuffs Amendment Order, 2016. The republished material shows that, for sugar, the earlier 2002 removal of licensing requirements, stock limits and movement restrictions is temporarily suspended in part.
What it changes for sugar
The Government of India notification says the provisions made in the 2002 order in respect of purchase, movement, sale, supply, distribution or storage for sale are kept in abeyance for the commodity sugar for six months from the date of commencement of the order, or until further orders, whichever is earlier.
It also states that the order remains in force for a period of 180 days after publication, with a specific proviso that it comes into force from the 22nd day of May, 2016 for Tamil Nadu, Assam, West Bengal, Kerala and the Union Territory of Puducherry.
Who it affects
This notification affects dealers in sugar. The text says a dealer includes all persons involved in the sugar trade channel after sugar is delivered from the factory premises and until it is received by consumers.
It does not apply to sugar stock held:
- on Government account
- by dealers nominated by the State Government or an authorised officer for distribution through fair price shops under the Public Distribution System
- by the Food Corporation of India
Key operating limits mentioned
The republished notification says:
- no dealer of sugar shall hold stock for a period exceeding thirty days from the date of receipt of that stock
- in places other than Kolkata and extended area, sugar stock shall not exceed 5000 quintals at any time
- transport, distribution or disposal of sugar to places outside the State is not affected
- all other provisions of the 2002 order continue during the period when sugar-related provisions are kept in abeyance
Why this matters in Tamil Nadu
For Tamil Nadu readers, this gazette is a republication of Central Government controls on sugar trade. It is relevant mainly to sugar dealers, stockists and businesses handling sugar after it leaves the factory, because it temporarily restores stock and holding restrictions for sugar in Tamil Nadu.
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Common questions
Does this gazette apply in Tamil Nadu?
Yes. The republished notification expressly says the provisions come into force with effect from the 22nd day of May, 2016 in respect of Tamil Nadu.
Who is treated as a dealer under this notification?
The text says a dealer includes all persons involved in the sugar trade channel after sugar is delivered from the factory premises and till it is received by consumers.
What stock limit is mentioned for sugar in Tamil Nadu?
For places other than Kolkata and extended area, the notification says dealers shall not keep sugar in stock at any time in excess of 5000 quintals.
Are fair price shop stocks covered by these limits?
No. The notification says it does not apply to stock held on Government account, by dealers nominated for distribution through fair price shops under the Public Distribution System, or by the Food Corporation of India.
