Edible oil sector seeks revision of weightage in WPI
February 22, 2021
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With the change in the consumption pattern of edible oils over the years, stakeholders are seeking revision of weightage for edible oil in WPI (wholesale price index).
According to Solvent Extractors’ Association (SEA) of India, the current per capita consumption of edible oil is estimated between 16.5 and 17.5 kg per annum. According to it,
Gujarat and Maharashtra have a higher level of per capita consumption compared to developing States. Similarly, people from rich and upper middle class consume much larger quantum of oils and fats when compared to poorer sections of society.
The rapid rise of Covid-19 cases in Maharashtra has got the neighbouring districts of Telangana worried. Telangana worried over Covid spike in Maharashtra | Photo Credit: AP
Maharashtra has had to introduce new Covid-19 restrictions including lockdowns in different regions after a sudden spark in the number of Covid-19 cases. The recent trend of new coronavirus infections has even got Telangana worried. The districts in Maharashtra that are witnessing a spike in cases are neighbours to certain Telangana districts which now stand at risk.
Alarm bells have already rung across the Adilabad border, with the DMHO alerting the staff of seven PHCs and CHCs to be vigilant as the number of Covid cases are expected to rise in the coming weeks.
Covid surge in Maharashtra worries Telangana officials
Keeping this in mind, the high movement of people between Telangana and Maharashtra is likely to bring the variant here, resulting in a surge in cases, experts have noted.
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HYDERABAD: Telangana may witness a surge in Covid-19 cases in the next three-four weeks with neighbouring districts in Maharashtra Yavatmal, Amravati and the Vidarbha region recording a sharp spike over the last one week. The situation has already sent alarm bells ringing across the Adilabad border, with the DMHO alerting the staff of seven PHCs and CHCs to keep a lookout for cases and trace their contacts.