"Factually Incorrect": Food Corporation Disputes Rice-Ethanol 'Scam' Scale
The Food Corporation of India has formally challenged reports suggesting a large-scale scam within the rice-to-ethanol blending program. Officials clarified that current investigations are limited to specific instances rather than the entire supply chain.
The Food Corporation of India (FCI) has issued a statement disputing claims regarding the scale of alleged irregularities in the supply of rice for ethanol production. The agency described reports suggesting a massive 'scam' as factually incorrect, asserting that the integrity of the broader program remains intact.
According to the FCI, the ongoing investigation is strictly confined to certain quantities and does not reflect the total volume of rice allocated under the Ethanol Blended Petrol (EBP) program. The organization emphasized that it maintains rigorous oversight and documentation for all grain movements intended for industrial conversion.
The statement comes in response to media speculation regarding the diversion of subsidized food grains. The FCI reiterated that it is cooperating with authorities to address specific grievances while maintaining that the systemic quantity of rice supplied is accounted for under official guidelines.
Source: Food Corporation of India (FCI) Statement
