MP government purchases worth Rs 1,134 crore under scrutiny over price differences

Madhya Pradesh’s 374 urban local bodies spent ₹1,134 crore on purchases over three years, with major price differences flagged.
A litre of phenyl was reportedly priced at ₹5 in one area and ₹33,500 in another.
A 60-watt LED light reportedly cost ₹306 in one place and ₹11,800 in Bhopal.
• Officials estimate ₹250 crore could have been saved through average pricing; the state has ordered a probe.

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