Mangaluru: State Minister for Food and Civil Supplies, Wakf and Minorities Department Zameer Ahmed has informed that the construction of Haj Bhavan would commence soon after identifying land for the purpose at Adyar.

Speaking at a progress review meet at the Circuit House on November 16, Friday, he said that the government would solve the problems arising at fair price shops in installing Point of Sale due to network issues, by convening a meeting to discuss the issue.

He said at present fair price shop owners were spending from their own pockets for installing computers, printers and other equipment, while in some cases shop owners complain of network problem. He said the government would solve the issue by entering into agreement with private companies.

Officials drew the attention of the minister towards the problems faced by applicants for additions and corrections in ration cards. On this occasion, officials also highlighted the staff shortage problem in the Food Department. The minister assured to discuss the issue with the Commissioner of the Food Department.

Several officials of the departments concerned attended the meeting.