Minister of Trade Wasantha Samarasinghe said the government will purchase Nadu paddy at Rs. 120 per kilogram, Keeri Samba at Rs. 140 per kilogram, and Samba at Rs. 130 per kilogram.
The Minister also said steps have been taken to accelerate the release of existing rice stocks to the market to ensure an adequate supply and provide consumers with uninterrupted access to rice.
