Archive · 28 Jul 2026
AP signs pact for 1,000 Mee Marts
The Andhra Pradesh government has teamed up with the National Cooperative Consumers’ Federation to open 1,000 new stores called Mee Marts.
These stores will sell things like rice and other essential items at lower prices to help people deal with rising costs.
The first stores will open in four districts: Palnadu, Guntur, NTR, and Krishna.
The government is also selling special types of rice at discounted prices through Rythu Bazaars and rice mills.
This is all part of their plan to make life easier for regular people by giving them access to affordable goods.
Andhra Pradesh government signs MoU with NCCF to establish 1,000 Mee Marts.
Initial rollout in Palnadu, Guntur, NTR, and Krishna districts.
Mee Marts will offer 70 varieties of consumer goods at competitive prices.
BPT Super Fine rice and Grade-I raw rice to be sold at subsidized prices.
Deputy Chief Minister Pawan Kalyan welcomes the initiative as a relief for consumers.
- Who
- Andhra Pradesh state government and National Cooperative Consumers’ Federation (NCCF)
- What
- Signed an MoU to establish 1,000 Mee Marts
- When
- August 1
- Where
- Andhra Pradesh, India
- Why
- To provide quality essential commodities at affordable prices
Government Initiative
Consumer Perspective
Affordability
Government Initiative
The government aims to provide essential commodities at affordable prices through Mee Marts.
Consumer Perspective
Consumers hope the prices will indeed be lower than market rates.
Accessibility
Government Initiative
The initiative aims to improve access to quality products for consumers.
Consumer Perspective
Consumers expect the Mee Marts to be conveniently located and well-stocked.
- Number of Mee Marts
- 1,000
- Initial Rollout Districts
- Palnadu, Guntur, NTR, Krishna
- Types of Goods
- 70 varieties of consumer goods
- BPT Super Fine Rice Price
- Rs 52 per kg
- Grade-I Raw Rice Price
- Rs 50 per kg
- Sale Duration
- August 1
- Sale Locations
- 130 Rythu Bazaars and 500 rice mills