KOCHI: Food and Civil Supplies Minister Anoop Jacob on Tuesday said that Supplyco and the civil supplies department are in for major changes.
He was speaking after releasing the Aalin brand school notebooks, which were brought out by Supplyco. According to him, there are a lot of issues associated with Supplyco.
“Supplyco and the civil supplies department need a complete overhaul,” Anoop said.
The minister said he has been studying the issues and will initiate changes in the coming months. According to reports, Supplyco owes the Kerala Bank a large sum, with official reports pegging the figure at Rs 520 crore. Interest alone comes to Rs 167 crore. This amount stems from the paddy receipt sheet (PRS) loans provided for paddy procurement.
Aalin notebooks launched
The official launch of the Supplyco notebooks under the Aalin brand was held at the Ernakulam Guest House. Supplyco is releasing this year’s notebooks in memory of Aalin Sherin Abraham, who — at 10 months — became the youngest organ donor in Kerala.
During the launch, the minister said there are still some misconceptions about organ donation in society.
“Supplyco is not only considering the market but also carrying out an activity focused on social commitment by launching the notebook under the Aalin brand,” he added.