Maharashtra has sought the Centre’s approval for procurement of additional 20,000 tn of maize to be sold through the Public Distribution System. In 2017-18(Jul-Jun), the state had already procured 50,000 tn of maize which is distributed at the subsidized rate of 1 rupees per kg under the Food Security Plan. The state government procures the grain at 1,425 rupees per 100 kg and the difference is borne by the Centre.