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Bihar CM Inaugurates First VegFed Vegetable Outlet in Patna
✍️ Amar Ujala · Patna
🗓 01 Nov 2026, 08:37 PM
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Bihar Chief Minister Smriti Chauhan inaugurated the state's first vegetable outlet near Patna Zoo Gate No. 2, with plans to open 200 such centers in the initial phase.
Bihar Chief Minister Smriti Chauhan has inaugurated the state's first dedicated vegetable outlet, marking a significant step towards ensuring affordable fresh produce for residents. The facility is located near Gate No. 2 of the Patna Zoo.
The outlet is being operated by VegFed, an initiative aimed at providing fresh vegetables at reasonable prices to the general public. This move is part of a broader strategy to improve access to essential food items in the state.
According to the announcement, the first phase of this project involves the establishment of 200 such outlets across Bihar. The government expects this expansion to help stabilize prices and reduce the cost of living for households.
The inauguration of this first center serves as a pilot for the larger network, with officials emphasizing the importance of direct supply chains to keep costs low for consumers.
The outlet is being operated by VegFed, an initiative aimed at providing fresh vegetables at reasonable prices to the general public. This move is part of a broader strategy to improve access to essential food items in the state.
According to the announcement, the first phase of this project involves the establishment of 200 such outlets across Bihar. The government expects this expansion to help stabilize prices and reduce the cost of living for households.
The inauguration of this first center serves as a pilot for the larger network, with officials emphasizing the importance of direct supply chains to keep costs low for consumers.