DTI-Leyte to offer discounted sales of school supplies

TACLOBAN CITY — The Department of Trade and Industry (DTI) will conduct discounted sales of schools supplies in Leyte, offering buyers more choices of basic school needs at lower prices.

The DTI-Leyte field office announced on Monday that “Diskwento Caravan” back-to-school edition will be rolled out in this city on May 23 to 25.

“In this program, manufacturers and retailers are brought together to provide opportunity for consumers to access basic goods, schools supplies and prime commodities at discounted or reduced prices,” said DTI Leyte provincial director Desiderio Belas.

Products available during these activities are food items, school supplies, uniforms, shoes and other merchandise to help prepare students for the school year.

“This Diskwento Caravan aims to give consumers the best value for money by providing them quality products at cheaper prices,” added Belas.

The government-sponsored back-to-school edition will be participated by several wholesale and retail school supplies stores.

Participating companies offer school supplies, bags, and uniforms at 10 percent to 50 percent discounted prices.

The public may also avail free haircut and massage for every purchase, courtesy of the Comprehensive Livelihood Entrepreneurship Program of Tacloban City Mayor Cristina Romualdez.

The trade department will also hold consumer information activities to educate shoppers on consumer protection and awareness.(Lizbeth Ann Abella/PNA)

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