Government’s decision to expand essential goods distribution receives positive reaction 15 Jan 2021 / 07:18 H. Business as usual at these stalls around Seksyen 9 Shah Alam on Jan 14. fotoBERNAMA (2021) Copyrights Reserved
KUALA LUMPUR, Jan 14: The government’s decision to approve an allocation of RM200 million to expand the implementation of the distribution of essential goods, liquefied petroleum gas (LPG) and community drumming programmes this year in 137 new distribution areas, received very positive reactions towards easing the people’s burden.
The programmes, implemented by the Domestic Trade and Consumer Affairs Ministry (KPDNHEP) since 2009, has helped the rural community to enjoy seven basic items – rice, sugar, flour, cooking oil, LPG gas, RON95 petrol and diesel at controlled prices.
KUALA LUMPUR (Jan 14): The Government s decision to approve an allocation of RM200 million to expand the implementation of the distribution of essential goods, liquefied petroleum gas (LPG) and community drumming programmes this year in 137 new distribution areas, received very positive reaction towards easing the people’s burden.
The programmes, implemented by the Domestic Trade and Consumer Affairs Ministry (KPDNHEP) since 2009, has helped the rural community to enjoy seven basic items rice, sugar, flour, cooking oil, LPG gas, RON95 petrol and diesel at controlled prices.
Pulau Tioman resident Jamaluddin Musa, 36, said the distribution of basic goods, especially that of petrol and diesel, is the most-awaited thing as most residents use motorcycles or boats as the main means of transportation.