Ministry of Consumer Affairs, Food & Public Distribution
Union Minister of State Smt. Nimbuben Jayantibhai Bambhaniya Visits FCI Silo Plant at Kayavarohan, Vadodara
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Union Minister of State for Consumer Affairs, Food and Public Distribution, Smt. Nimbuben Jayantibhai Bambhaniya, conducted an official review of the Food Corporation of India (FCI) silo plant located in Kayavarohan, Vadodara. The visit focused on evaluating modern storage and automated grain handling facilities. The Minister assessed key operational processes, including foodgrain procurement, grain storage, the handling of wheat-carrying wagons, and the utilization of laboratory facilities. The interaction with senior FCI officials provided an overview of the plant's automation systems and general functioning. Additionally, the Minister participated in a plantation drive at the facility during the inspection.