Insects in Himachal Govt Rations: Video Exposes Truth in Chamba Tribal Area

• Insects found in government ration rice distributed from a depot in Bharmour, Chamba district, Himachal Pradesh.
• A video by consumer Rishu Kumar shows white insects crawling in rice received from Rehla, Garima Gram Panchayat depot.
• Villagers express concern over health risks, especially for vulnerable groups, and highlight negligence in storage/supply, as rations are from 2024-25.
• The discovery is unusual given the severe cold in Bharmour, suggesting poor storage conditions or serious negligence.
• Acting ADM Bharmour, Keshav Ram, has ordered an investigation; villagers demand a high-level inquiry and action.

Why It Matters: Insect-infested government rations in Himachal raise health concerns and prompt an official inquiry.