About Us
Introduction and History of The Consumers' Co-operative Stores Ltd. Introduction The Consumers' Co-operative Stores Ltd. (CCS) is a leading cooperative institution in the Andaman and Nicobar Islands, registered as Co-operative Society No. 108 in the territory. Its operations are governed by the Andaman and Nicobar Islands Co-operative Societies Regulation, 1973 (3 of 1973) and the Co-operative Societies Rules, 1974. The area of operation for the Stores extends to the whole of the Union Territory of Andaman and Nicobar Islands, excluding the tribal areas. The official address is at Aberdeen Bazaar, Port Blair.
"To serve as the reliable cornerstone of economic stability for the Andaman and Nicobar Islands by providing essential consumer goods and services, upholding the price line, and extending the real benefits of a Consumers' Co-operative to the general public at large in an abundant measure."
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The history of CCS is marked by steady
growth
and significant community
impact:
• Registration: The Stores was officially registered by the Registrar of Co-operative Societies
on December 15, 1962.
• Official Opening: The Stores started functioning with effect from February 7, 1963.
• Initial Location: It was housed in a rented building in the heart of the Aberdeen Bazaar. The
Stores was formally opened by the then Chairman, Shri. B. K. Halve, Deputy Commissioner.
• Early Success (1962-1964):
• By June 30, 1963, the Stores had 971 members and a paid-up share capital of Rs. 28,620.00.
• The average monthly sales, which were about Rs. 23,000/- in the first four months, reached
approximately Rs. 90,000/- by June 30, 1964.
• The net profit earned during the year 1963-64 was Rs. 23,146.66, a significant increase from
the Rs. 8,092.71 Pe. earned in the first partial year (1962-63).
• Expansion:A key landmark in its history was the opening of a branch at Haddo, fulfilling the
desire of the working-class population in that area. The Government also allotted a plot of land
and made Rs. 37,500/- available for the construction of a Shop-cum-godown there.
• Market Impact:The Stores successfully registered good progress despite keen competition,
extending the real benefits of a Consumers' Co-operative to the public. It was noted to have a
considerable impact on the market, holding the price line and stabilizing market conditions,
thereby reducing the chance of heavy price fluctuations
Near clock tower, Aberdeen Bazaar, Pin code 744101
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