The Ministry of Trade stated that the first consignment of rice imported by the government is scheduled to arrive in the island today (11) as per a decision taken by the Cabinet to import rice to Sri Lanka as a solution to the current shortage of rice in the market.
It is reported that this stock of rice has been imported through Sathosa and the stock of rice will be sold through cooperatives and supermarkets.
The Ministry of Trade stated that the rice will be supplied to the public for less than Rs. 100.00.