Odisha Chief Minister Urges Resolution to Potato Supply Crisis

Odisha Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi sought the intervention of West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee to resolve the potato supply crisis affecting Odisha. After discussing the issue in New Delhi, Majhi assured that the state is taking steps to control prices and streamline the supply chain.

Odisha Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi discussed the potato supply crisis with his West Bengal counterpart Mamata Banerjee on Saturday. He urged Banerjee to resolve the issue arising from the stoppage of potato supply from West Bengal.

The meeting took place in New Delhi, where both leaders were attending the Governing Council meeting of the NITI Aayog. Majhi expressed his concerns on social media, highlighting the need for immediate intervention. He confirmed that the state government has verified stocks and is taking necessary steps to control prices.

According to a release from the Chief Minister's Office, Majhi requested Banerjee to streamline the supply chain to curb the artificial price rise in Odisha. The state has capped potato prices at Rs 32 per kg and warned traders against price manipulation.

The situation has reportedly improved, with potato transportation from West Bengal resuming as per Majhi's statements.